GRE Word List

RIP

to tear or split apart or open

The meaning of the word rip is to tear or split apart or open.

Random words

WordMeaning
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation
spliceto unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands
invoketo petition for help or support
gougea chisel with a concavo-convex cross section
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
pursea small bag for money
pecuniaryconsisting of or measured in money
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
incipientbeginning to come into being or to become apparent
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks