GRE Word List

SWEAR

to utter or take solemnly (an oath)

The meaning of the word swear is to utter or take solemnly (an oath).

Random words

WordMeaning
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
shystera person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger
seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
surreptitiousdone, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
codaa concluding musical section that is formally distinct from the main structure
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly