GRE Word List

SMOTHER

to kill by depriving of air

The meaning of the word smother is to kill by depriving of air.

Random words

WordMeaning
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
partialof or relating to a part rather than the whole : not general or total
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
congenitalexisting at or dating from birth
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ยน/โ‚‚โ‚„ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness