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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| deputize | to appoint as deputy |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| deranged | mentally unsound : crazy |
| precipitant | precipitate |
| asunder | into parts |
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| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |