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 |
|---|---|
| faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |
| thematic | of, relating to, or constituting a theme |
| depict | to represent by or as if by a picture |
| proximity | the quality or state of being proximate : closeness |
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| beware | to be on one's guard |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| 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 |
| brisk | keenly alert : lively |