GRE Word List
THWART
to oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
The meaning of the word thwart is to oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| palatable | agreeable to the palate or taste |
| sap | the fluid part of a plant |
| impregnable | incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| impassable | incapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted |
| drab | slattern |
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| assiduous | showing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application |
| embroider | to ornament with needlework |
| affluence | abundance of property : wealth |