GRE Word List
SQUELCH
to fall or stamp on so as to crush
The meaning of the word squelch is to fall or stamp on so as to crush.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| reaper | one that reaps |
| context | the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| amalgam | a mixture of different elements |
| rebuttal | the act of rebutting especially in a legal suit |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |