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.

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WordMeaning
filthfoul or putrid matter
weirdof strange or extraordinary character : odd
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
matriculateto enroll as a member of a body and especially of a college or university
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
geriatricsa branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
colandera perforated utensil for washing or draining food
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute