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 |
|---|---|
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| muted | being mute : silent |
| contest | strive |
| ominous | being or exhibiting an omen : portentous |
| equivocate | to use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive |
| monochromatic | having or consisting of one color or hue |
| fret | to eat or gnaw into : corrode |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| allegiance | the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord |
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |