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
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light
malignanttending to produce death or deterioration
stoopto bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees
dynamogenerator
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
endorseto write on the back of