GRE Word List

SEVER

to put or keep apart : divide

The meaning of the word sever is to put or keep apart : divide.

Random words

WordMeaning
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
mediateoccupying a middle position
remissionthe act or process of remitting
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
sheerunqualified
sanguinemarked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic