GRE Word List

SHACKLE

something (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms

The meaning of the word shackle is something (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms.

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WordMeaning
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
conspireplot
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
whelpany of the young of various carnivorous mammals and especially of the dog
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
wizenedto become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality