GRE Word List

REPEL

to drive back : repulse

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

Random words

WordMeaning
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
sustainto give support or relief to
ominousbeing or exhibiting an omen : portentous
unctuoushaving, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
pendulouspoised without visible support
promptto move to action : incite
predetermineforeordain