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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| outwit | to get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart |
| disavowal | to deny responsibility for : repudiate |
| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
| upshot | the final result : outcome |
| maelstrom | a powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
| squat | to cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground |
| incessant | continuing or following without interruption : unceasing |