GRE Word List
SHED
to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
The meaning of the word shed is to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| paroxysm | a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |
| epigram | a concise poem dealing pointedly and often satirically with a single thought or event and often ending with an ingenious turn of thought |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| filing | an act or instance of using a file |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| consonant | being in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord |
| inflated | distended with air or gas |
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
| egress | a place or means of going out : exit |