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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implement | a device used in the performance of a task : tool |
affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
naivete | a naive remark or action |
brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
vivisection | the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation |
pushy | aggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward |
hackneyed | lacking in freshness or originality |
remit | to lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly |
dolorous | causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief |
consonant | being in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord |