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 |
|---|---|
| passe | past one's prime |
| vainglorious | marked by vainglory : boastful |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| caricature | exaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics |
| apothegm | a short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism |
| sacrosanct | most sacred or holy : inviolable |
| cohorts | companion |
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| delusive | likely to delude |