GRE Word List
UPBRAID
to criticize severely : find fault with
The meaning of the word upbraid is to criticize severely : find fault with.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diversion | the act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation |
| bullion | gold or silver considered as so much metal |
| guileless | innocent |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| repress | to check by or as if by pressure : curb |
| remission | the act or process of remitting |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| insurrection | an act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government |
| repudiate | to refuse to accept |
| declivity | downward inclination |