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 |
|---|---|
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| iridescent | having or exhibiting iridescence |
| disaffected | discontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious |
| tickle | to touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements |
| capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
| sinuous | of a serpentine or wavy form : winding |
| responsiveness | giving response : constituting a response : answering |
| precipitous | precipitate |
| paroxysm | a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion |
| deposition | a testifying especially before a court |