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 |
|---|---|
| lunar | crescent |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |
| seminary | an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated |
| reprieve | to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner) |
| gruesome | inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly |
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| willowy | abounding with willows |
| environ | encircle |
| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |