GRE Word List
TANTALIZE
to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
The meaning of the word tantalize is to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| deplore | to feel or express grief for |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
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