GRE Word List
QUENCH
put out
The meaning of the word quench is put out.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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squabble | a noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters |
dint | force |
extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
elastic | capable of recovering size and shape after deformation |
sojourn | a temporary stay |
throb | to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity |
mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
placebo | a usually pharmacologically inert preparation prescribed more for the mental relief of the patient than for its actual effect on a disorder |
abominate | to hate or loathe intensely : abhor |
aseptic | preventing infection |