GRE Word List

SCINTILLATE

to emit sparks : spark

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

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capricea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
leonineof, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
sapthe fluid part of a plant
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
hirelinga person who serves for hire especially for purely mercenary motives