GRE Word List

SCINTILLATE

to emit sparks : spark

The meaning of the word scintillate is to emit sparks : spark.

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martialof, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
demoniacpossessed or influenced by a demon
fulminateto utter or send out with denunciation
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
propellantcapable of propelling
pluckto pull or pick off or out
fancyto have a fancy (see fancy
downcastlow in spirit : dejected