GRE Word List
SUPPLANT
to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
The meaning of the word supplant is to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| saline | consisting of or containing salt |
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |
| censor | a person who supervises conduct and morals: such as |
| rail | a bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| occident | west |
| bar | a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening) |
| nuptial | of or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |