GRE Word List
SCORCH
to burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
The meaning of the word scorch is to burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| subliminal | inadequate to produce a sensation or a perception |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| filibuster | an irregular military adventurer |
| fundamental | serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic |
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| drone | a stingless male bee (as of the honeybee) that has the role of mating with the queen and does not gather nectar or pollen |
| bulge | to jut out : swell |
| fetish | an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner |