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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| superficial | of, relating to, or located near a surface |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| exodus | the mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table |
| bound | fastened by or as if by a band : confined |
| infiltrate | to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes |
| florid | very flowery in style : ornate |
| woe | a condition of deep suffering from misfortune, affliction, or grief |
| allude | to make indirect reference |
| craven | lacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted |