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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| grunt | to utter a grunt |
| garish | clothed in vivid colors |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |
| ordain | to invest (see invest |
| contaminate | to soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association |
| lucre | monetary gain : profit |
| comport | to be fitting : accord |
| institute | something that is instituted: such as |