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 |
|---|---|
| scintillate | to emit sparks : spark |
| sanction | a formal decree |
| plumage | the feathers of a bird |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
| piebald | composed of incongruous parts |
| earn | to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered |
| comeuppance | a deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts |
| illusive | based on or producing illusion : illusory |
| ruse | a wily subterfuge |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |