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

WordMeaning
mediumsomething in a middle position
pecuniaryconsisting of or measured in money
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
garrulousgiven to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
purportedreputed
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery
continencethe ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily
discordlack of agreement or harmony (as between persons, things, or ideas)