GRE Word List
THREAT
an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
The meaning of the word threat is an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| crux | a puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question |
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| lunatic | affected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane |
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