GRE Word List
RANSACK
to look through thoroughly in often a rough way
The meaning of the word ransack is to look through thoroughly in often a rough way.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indifferent | marked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| pastiche | a literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work |
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| ramshackle | appearing ready to collapse : rickety |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| gibberish | unintelligible or meaningless language: |
| smirk | to smile in a smug or condescending way |
| pique | to excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff |