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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reciprocalinversely related : opposite
sluran insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion
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hema border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
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rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
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