GRE Word List

RETALIATE

to return like for like

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

Random words

WordMeaning
docketa brief written summary of a document : abstract
effluviuman invisible emanation
sounda particular auditory impression : tone
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
stocka store or supply accumulated or available
pass_offpresent falsely; represent falsely to be
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going