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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WordMeaning
antecedeprecede
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
germinalbeing in the earliest stage of development
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
profoundhaving intellectual depth and insight
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
codicila legal instrument made to modify an earlier will
contaminateto soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms