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.

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WordMeaning
nonplusa state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
concentrichaving a common center
manifoldmarked by diversity or variety
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
gruelingtrying or taxing to the point of exhaustion : punishing
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)