GRE Word List
RETALIATE
to return like for like
The meaning of the word retaliate is to return like for like.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| beget | to procreate as the father : sire |
| elope | to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| propitious | favorably disposed : benevolent |
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| comprise | to be made up of |