GRE Word List

SOLICIT

to make petition to : entreat

The meaning of the word solicit is to make petition to : entreat.

Random words

WordMeaning
chaffthe seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
innateexisting in, belonging to, or determined by factors present in an individual from birth : native
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
smughighly self-satisfied
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night