GRE Word List
REPEL
to drive back : repulse
The meaning of the word repel is to drive back : repulse.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |
| hypothetical | involving or being based on a suggested idea or theory : being or involving a hypothesis : conjectural |
| unprecedented | having no precedent : novel |
| affable | being pleasant and at ease in talking to others |
| acidulous | somewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| defalcate | deduct |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| repose | a state of resting after exertion or strain |