GRE Word List
REPEL
to drive back : repulse
The meaning of the word repel is to drive back : repulse.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| decorous | marked by propriety and good taste : correct |
| perigee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth |
| alienate | to cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed |
| murky | characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |
| denotation | an act or process of denoting |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| garner | to gather into storage |
| frantic | emotionally out of control |