GRE Word List

TURMOIL

a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion

The meaning of the word turmoil is a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion.

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WordMeaning
impermeablenot permitting passage (as of a fluid) through its substance
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
condescendto assume an air of superiority
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
dexterousmentally adroit and skillful : clever
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity