GRE Word List
SPURN
to reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
The meaning of the word spurn is to reject with disdain or contempt : scorn.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| spatula | a flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting |
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| fleet | a number of warships under a single command |
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