GRE Word List
RAFFLE
to engage in a raffle
The meaning of the word raffle is to engage in a raffle.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| necromancy | conjuration (see conjure |
| incinerate | to cause to burn to ashes |
| grouch | a fit of bad temper |
| bitter | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| garnish | decorate |
| paradigm | example |
| braggart | a loud arrogant boaster |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |