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 |
|---|---|
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
| natty | trimly neat and tidy : smart |
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |
| defoliate | to deprive of leaves especially prematurely |
| ambience | a feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere |
| wreak | bring about |
| gory | covered with gore : bloodstained |
| bovine | of, relating to, or resembling bovines and especially the ox or cow |
| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |