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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| infamous | having a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil |
| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
| astronomical | of or relating to astronomy |
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| prank | trick |
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| languor | weakness or weariness of body or mind |
| totter | to move unsteadily : stagger |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |