GRE Word List
SURMOUNT
to prevail over : overcome
The meaning of the word surmount is to prevail over : overcome.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |
| inscrutable | not readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious |
| myriad | ten thousand |
| wrongheaded | stubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles |
| oligarchy | government by the few |
| deposition | a testifying especially before a court |
| ensconce | shelter |
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| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |