GRE Word List
VENTURE
to proceed especially in the face of danger
The meaning of the word venture is to proceed especially in the face of danger.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |
| practical | of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal |
| tepid | moderately warm : lukewarm |
| pendant | something suspended: such as |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| acknowledge | to recognize the rights, authority, or status of |
| impassioned | filled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling |
| pulpit | an elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
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