GRE Word List

RETALIATE

to return like for like

The meaning of the word retaliate is to return like for like.

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WordMeaning
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
fronda large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions
chastiseto censure severely : castigate
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
panaceaa remedy for all ills or difficulties : cure-all
coronera usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
edicta proclamation having the force of law
apiarya place where bees are kept
humidcontaining or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive