GRE Word List

STIFLE

to withhold from circulation or expression

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

Random words

WordMeaning
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
relican object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr
bluffhaving a broad flattened front
bouta spell or period of activity: such as
dioramaa scenic representation in which a partly translucent painting is seen from a distance through an opening
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
drivelnonsense
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging