GRE Word List

UNRAVEL

to disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle

The meaning of the word unravel is to disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle.

Random words

WordMeaning
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
clefta space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure
hotheada hotheaded person
optimumthe amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end
withholdto hold back from action : check
impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed
incredulousunwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical
martyra person who voluntarily suffers death as the penalty of witnessing to and refusing to renounce a religion