GRE Word List

RETALIATE

to return like for like

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

Random words

WordMeaning
impedimentsomething that impedes
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
relegateto send into exile : banish
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
woefulfull of woe : grievous
dossiera file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
impunityexemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
congenialpleasant
pugnacityhaving a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent