GRE Word List

TURNCOAT

one who switches to an opposing side or party

The meaning of the word turncoat is one who switches to an opposing side or party.

Random words

WordMeaning
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
unsulliednot soiled or tarnished : not sullied
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
contingentdependent on or conditioned by something else
requisitionthe act of formally requiring or calling upon someone to perform an action
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises