GRE Word List

SLAUGHTER

the act of killing

The meaning of the word slaughter is the act of killing.

Random words

WordMeaning
esotericdesigned for or understood by the specially initiated alone
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
sagaa prose narrative recorded in Iceland in the 12th and 13th centuries of historic or legendary figures and events of the heroic age of Norway and Iceland
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
integrateto form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
fettera chain or shackle for the feet