GRE Word List
SUCCUMB
to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
The meaning of the word succumb is to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
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| aplomb | complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| bulwark | a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart |
| verity | the quality or state of being true or real |
| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
| retrospective | of, relating to, or given to retrospection |
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