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 |
|---|---|
| scotch | scottish |
| thermal | of, relating to, or caused by heat |
| comprehend | to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of |
| archaic | having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |
| incidental | being likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| kudos | praise given for achievement |
| ruminate | to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly |
| estranged | having lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship |