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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| apocryphal | of doubtful authenticity : spurious |
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| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| helm | a lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering |
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| compensatory | to be equivalent to : counterbalance |