GRE Word List

SPROUT

to grow, spring up, or come forth as or as if a sprout

The meaning of the word sprout is to grow, spring up, or come forth as or as if a sprout.

Random words

WordMeaning
decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
specka small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
cloyingdisgusting or distasteful by reason of excess
encompassinclude
expenditurethe act or process of expending
inhibitto prohibit from doing something
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)