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 |
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| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| comprise | to be made up of |
| cornice | the molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration |
| construe | to analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part) |
| luxuriate | to grow profusely : thrive |
| gloss | a surface luster or brightness : shine |
| maniacal | affected with or suggestive of madness |
| rife | prevalent especially to an increasing degree |
| accoutre | to provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit |
| gait | a manner of walking or moving on foot |