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 |
|---|---|
| imbecility | the quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness |
| impiety | the quality or state of being impious : irreverence |
| verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat |
| outmoded | not being in style |
| archaic | having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses |
| escapade | a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct |
| gnarl | snarl |
| mishap | an unfortunate accident |
| stygian | of or relating to the river Styx |