GRE Word List
THROTTLE
to compress the throat of : choke
The meaning of the word throttle is to compress the throat of : choke.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| withdrawn | removed from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| decomposition | to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds |
| nullify | to make null (see null |
| derelict | abandoned especially by the owner or occupant |
| healthful | beneficial to health of body or mind |
| dexterous | mentally adroit and skillful : clever |
| collected | gathered together |