GRE Word List
REPULSE
to drive or beat back : repel
The meaning of the word repulse is to drive or beat back : repel.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| glutton | one given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking |
| sly | wise in practical affairs |
| academic | of, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning |
| larder | a place where food is stored : pantry |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| base | the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation |
| epicure | one with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine |
| wholesome | promoting health or well-being of mind or spirit |
| mendicant | beggar |
| conventional | formed by agreement or compact |