GRE Word List

STIFLE

to withhold from circulation or expression

The meaning of the word stifle is to withhold from circulation or expression.

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disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
reparteea quick and witty reply
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
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forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
riderone that rides
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inveighto protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail
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