GRE Word List

SMOTHER

to kill by depriving of air

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

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WordMeaning
decelerateto reduce the speed of : slow down
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
forlornbereft
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
deignto condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate