GRE Word List
THROB
to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity
The meaning of the word throb is to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| grudge | to be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully |
| innocuous | producing no injury : harmless |
| eon | an immeasurably or indefinitely long period of time : age |
| shimmer | to shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| dotage | a state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness |
| shed | to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |