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 |
|---|---|
| heterodox | contrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox |
| plaintive | expressive of suffering or woe : melancholy |
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| piscatorial | piscatory |
| abscission | the act or process of cutting off : removal |
| piquant | engagingly provocative |
| jug | a large deep container (as of glass, earthenware, or plastic) with a narrow mouth and a handle |
| depict | to represent by or as if by a picture |
| yen | a strong desire or propensity |