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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
| infinitesimal | immeasurably or incalculably small |
| peer | one that is of equal standing with another : equal |
| beeline | a straight direct course |
| subdue | to conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish |
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| import | to bring from a foreign or external source: such as |
| tangential | touching lightly : incidental |