GRE Word List

SURMOUNT

to prevail over : overcome

The meaning of the word surmount is to prevail over : overcome.

Random words

WordMeaning
authoritativehaving, marked by, or proceeding from authority
apexthe uppermost point : vertex
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
shunto avoid deliberately and especially habitually
communalof or relating to one or more communes
bugabooan imaginary object of fear
intimatemarked by a warm friendship developing through long association
awryoff the correct or expected course : amiss
adjurationa solemn oath
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective