GRE Word List
REPROVE
to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
The meaning of the word reprove is to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| compress | to press or squeeze together |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| nostrum | a medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness |
| conflagration | fire |
| disabuse | to free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy |
| evocative | evoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| hierarchy | a division of angels |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |