GRE Word List
REPEL
to drive back : repulse
The meaning of the word repel is to drive back : repulse.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| glutton | one given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking |
| leniency | the quality or state of being lenient |
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| institution | an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character |
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| humdrum | monotonous |
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| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
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