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 |
|---|---|
| legerdemain | sleight of hand |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| nicety | the quality or state of being nice |
| gruesome | inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| admonish | to indicate duties or obligations to |
| servile | of or befitting a menial position |
| superannuated | outmoded |
| intractable | not easily governed, managed, or directed |