GRE Word List
REND
to remove from place by violence : wrest
The meaning of the word rend is to remove from place by violence : wrest.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| infernal | of or relating to a nether world of the dead |
| extemporaneous | composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu |
| detached | standing by itself : separate |
| ordeal | a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control |
| exact | to call for forcibly or urgently and obtain |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| superfluous | exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra |
| disclaim | to make a disclaimer |
| arable | fit for or used for the growing of crops |
| waver | to vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction |