GRE Word List

QUENCH

put out

The meaning of the word quench is put out.

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WordMeaning
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
scrimmagea minor battle : skirmish
sourbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids and is characteristic of lemon juice
dislodgeto drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage