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.
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|---|---|
| diverse | differing from one another : unlike |
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| unwarranted | lacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified |
| instigate | to goad or urge forward : provoke |
| writhe | to twist into coils or folds |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |
| unconscionable | shockingly unfair or unjust |
| wastrel | vagabond |
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