GRE Word List
RAVEL
fall apart into tangles; entangle; unravel or untwist
The meaning of the word ravel is fall apart into tangles; entangle; unravel or untwist.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dingy | (of things and place) dirty and dull; Ex. dingy street/curtain |
| detraction | slandering; aspersion; detracting; CF. detractor |
| requisite | necessary requirement; something required; ADJ: required; necessary |
| forte | strong point or special talent in a person's character |
| mutilate | maim; injure lastingly; deprive of a limb or an essential part |
| energize | invigorate; give energy to; make forceful and active |
| factotum | handyman; person who does all kinds of work; CF. do everything |
| impalpable | imperceptible(not easily understood); intangible; OP. palpable: tangible; easily perceptible |
| grimace | facial distortion to show feeling such as pain, disgust, etc; V. |
| bulwark | strong wall built for defense; earthwork or other strong defense; person who defends |
