GRE Word List
SHUN
to avoid deliberately and especially habitually
The meaning of the word shun is to avoid deliberately and especially habitually.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| expletive | a syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense |
| sovereign | one possessing or held to possess supreme political power or sovereignty |
| bristle | a short stiff coarse hair or filament |
| smattering | superficial piecemeal knowledge |
| memento | something that serves to warn or remind |
| amalgamate | to unite in or as if in an amalgam |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| abusive | using harsh, insulting language |
| feign | to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression |
| malediction | curse |