GRE Word List
SLAKE
subside
The meaning of the word slake is subside.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |
temper | heat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion |
autopsy | an examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease |
untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
pungent | sharply painful |
inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
surly | menacing or threatening in appearance |
aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
outspoken | direct and open in speech or expression : frank |
defer | put off |