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 |
|---|---|
| wring | to squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| rhapsodize | to speak or write in a rhapsodic manner |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |
| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
| lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| ascribe | to 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 |
| purported | reputed |