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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|---|---|
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| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
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| impromptu | made, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised |
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