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.

Random words

WordMeaning
emblazonto inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
bullya blustering, browbeating person
damnto condemn to a punishment or fate
bohemiana native or inhabitant of Bohemia
renegeto go back on a promise or commitment
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
tinta usually slight or pale coloration : hue
attritionsorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently