GRE Word List

QUENCH

put out

The meaning of the word quench is put out.

Random words

WordMeaning
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
smolderto burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
dripto let fall in drops
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
deferput off
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
desperatehaving lost hope