GRE Word List

UPBRAID

to criticize severely : find fault with

The meaning of the word upbraid is to criticize severely : find fault with.

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feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
reciteto repeat from memory or read aloud publicly
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
drawto cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
startto move suddenly and violently : spring
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions