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 |
|---|---|
| cloying | disgusting or distasteful by reason of excess |
| claustrophobia | abnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| venal | capable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable |
| insubstantial | not substantial: such as |
| equivocal | subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| fluke | flatfish |
| stifle | to withhold from circulation or expression |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |