GRE Word List
REPULSE
to drive or beat back : repel
The meaning of the word repulse is to drive or beat back : repel.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| shangri-la | a remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| tremor | a trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease |
| remit | to lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly |
| unfaltering | not wavering or weakening : firm |
| melee | a confused struggle |
| matinee | a musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon |
| wake | to be or remain awake |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| taunt | to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at |