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 |
|---|---|
| sinister | singularly evil or productive of evil |
| paste | a dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| guileless | innocent |
| unction | the act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| quietude | a quiet state : repose |
| haggle | to cut roughly or clumsily : hack |
| carnivorous | subsisting or feeding on animal tissues |