GRE Word List
SCUFFLE
to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
The meaning of the word scuffle is to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rotundity | marked by roundness : rounded |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
| alliteration | the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| pendulous | poised without visible support |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| retribution | recompense |
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| douse | to plunge into water |
| converse | to exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk |