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
grapplethe act or an instance of grappling
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
callusa thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
squeamisheasily nauseated : queasy
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective
atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation