GRE Word List

RILE

to make agitated and angry : upset

The meaning of the word rile is to make agitated and angry : upset.

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WordMeaning
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
purportedreputed
parasitean organism living in, on, or with another organism in order to obtain nutrients, grow, or multiply often in a state that directly or indirectly harms the host (see host
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
begetto procreate as the father : sire
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous