GRE Word List
SCAVENGE
to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
The meaning of the word scavenge is to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| idle | not occupied or employed: such as |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |
| isotope | any of two or more species of atoms of a chemical element with the same atomic number and nearly identical chemical behavior but with differing atomic mass or mass number and different physical properties |
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| malapropos | in an inappropriate or inopportune way |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| compelling | that compels: such as |
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| violate | break |