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 |
|---|---|
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |
| optometrist | a specialist licensed to practice optometry compare ophthalmologist |
| rationalize | to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as |
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| conciliatory | intended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate |
| fete | festival |
| exertion | the act or an instance of exerting |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| inconsequential | of no significance : unimportant |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |