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
wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning
rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
inexorablenot to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless
irresoluteuncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
lurkto lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose
reparteea quick and witty reply
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
purportedreputed