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 |
|---|---|
| grouch | a fit of bad temper |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| inestimable | incapable of being estimated or computed |
| indecision | a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution |
| pharisee | a member of a Jewish sect of the intertestamental period noted for strict observance of rites and ceremonies of the written law and for insistence on the validity of their own oral traditions concerning the law |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| perpetrate | to bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit |
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| quizzical | comically quaint |