GRE Word List

QUENCH

put out

The meaning of the word quench is put out.

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WordMeaning
acmethe highest point or stage
vivaciouslively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
dribbleto issue sporadically and in small bits
astigmatisma defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
pseudonyma fictitious name
sentinelsentry
fusionthe act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object