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.

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WordMeaning
revileto subject to verbal abuse : vituperate
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
fallibleliable to be erroneous
primaryfirst in order of time or development : primitive
transcribeto make a written copy of
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
asepticpreventing infection
inconsequentialof no significance : unimportant
clamberto climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede