GRE Word List
STYMIE
to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of
The meaning of the word stymie is to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| revile | to subject to verbal abuse : vituperate |
| shed | to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted |
| fallible | liable to be erroneous |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| transcribe | to make a written copy of |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| aseptic | preventing infection |
| inconsequential | of no significance : unimportant |
| clamber | to climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |