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 |
|---|---|
| marred | to ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil |
| straggle | to wander from the direct course or way : rove |
| impinge | encroach |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| diva | prima donna |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |
| surfeit | an overabundant supply : excess |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| reminiscence | apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |