GRE Word List

SUFFOCATE

to stop the respiration of (as by strangling or asphyxiation)

The meaning of the word suffocate is to stop the respiration of (as by strangling or asphyxiation).

Random words

WordMeaning
feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate
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heterogeneousconsisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
wreakbring about
pursea small bag for money
galvanicof, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
chaoticmarked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
homilya usually short sermon