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 |
|---|---|
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| touchy | marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation |
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |
| eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| residue | something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| mirage | an optical (see optical |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| solicit | to make petition to : entreat |
| unsightly | not pleasing to the sight : not comely |