GRE Word List

SURGE

to rise and fall actively : toss

The meaning of the word surge is to rise and fall actively : toss.

Random words

WordMeaning
conceitfavorable opinion
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
exposurethe fact or condition of being exposed: such as
sanctiona formal decree
bureaucracya body of nonelected government officials
ricketyaffected with rickets
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness