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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perpetrate | to bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit |
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| warranted | sanction |
| dispatch | to send off or away with promptness or speed |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |
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| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
| rebuke | to criticize sharply : reprimand |
| flush | to fly away suddenly |
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