GRE Word List
REPEL
to drive back : repulse
The meaning of the word repel is to drive back : repulse.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| surveillance | close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective) |
| melancholy | depression of spirits : dejection |
| redundant | exceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous |
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
| egregious | conspicuous |
| ventral | of or relating to the belly : abdominal |
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
| creep | to move along with the body prone and close to the ground |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |