GRE Word List
STOKE
to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
The meaning of the word stoke is to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| run-down | an item-by-item report or review : summary |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| stamina | the bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| osseous | bony |
| trident | a 3-pronged spear serving in classical mythology as the attribute of a sea god (such as Neptune) |
| billow | wave |
| linguistic | of or relating to language or linguistics |