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.

Random words

WordMeaning
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
floridvery flowery in style : ornate
woea condition of deep suffering from misfortune, affliction, or grief
alludeto make indirect reference
cravenlacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted