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
transparenthaving the property of transmitting light without appreciable scattering so that bodies lying beyond are seen clearly : pellucid
icona person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere
sustainto give support or relief to
rigiddeficient in or devoid of flexibility
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misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
understateto represent as less than is the case
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