GRE Word List
STANCH
to check or stop the flowing of
The meaning of the word stanch is to check or stop the flowing of.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
| pervasive | existing in or spreading through every part of something |
| valor | strength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery |
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'état |
| projectile | a body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia |
| didactic | designed or intended to teach |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| precipice | a very steep or overhanging place |
| unsullied | not soiled or tarnished : not sullied |
| disseminate | to spread abroad as though sowing seed |