GRE Word List

REPEL

to drive back : repulse

The meaning of the word repel is to drive back : repulse.

Random words

WordMeaning
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
egregiousconspicuous
ventralof or relating to the belly : abdominal
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief