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 |
|---|---|
| trickster | one who tricks: such as |
| flicker | to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter |
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| baffle | to defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert |
| apropos | being both relevant and opportune |
| trance | stupor |
| ciliated | possessing cilia |
| canker | an erosive or spreading sore |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |