GRE Word List
SKIM
to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
The meaning of the word skim is to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| interpolate | to alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| predispose | to dispose in advance |
| imprecation | curse |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| expletive | a syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense |
| desperate | having lost hope |
| sully | to make soiled or tarnished : defile |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |