GRE Word List

SWIPE

a strong sweeping blow

The meaning of the word swipe is a strong sweeping blow.

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correlateeither of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife)
obeliskan upright 4-sided usually monolithic pillar that gradually tapers as it rises and terminates in a pyramid
inordinateexceeding reasonable limits : immoderate
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
friezea heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface
misadventuremisfortune
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
obligatorybinding in law or conscience
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curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits