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 |
|---|---|
| clairvoyant | having clairvoyance : able to see beyond the range of ordinary perception |
| pedestrian | commonplace |
| rally | to muster for a common purpose |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| judicious | having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |
| grudging | unwilling |
| peregrination | to travel especially on foot : walk |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |