GRE Word List
SWERVE
to turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
The meaning of the word swerve is to turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| inflated | distended with air or gas |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
| disquisition | a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse |
| consecrate | dedicated to a sacred purpose |
| snicker | to laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter |
| whimsy | whim |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |