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

WordMeaning
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
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hackneyedlacking in freshness or originality
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment