GRE Word List

TEMPORIZE

to act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion

The meaning of the word temporize is to act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion.

Random words

WordMeaning
direexciting horror
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
disportsport
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
underhandin a clandestine manner
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
caterto provide a supply of food