GRE Word List

RETALIATE

to return like for like

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

Random words

WordMeaning
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
dowseto plunge into water
miteany of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
primpto dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner
gruffrough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
erodeto diminish or destroy by degrees: