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 |
|---|---|
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| mandate | an authoritative command |
| swagger | to conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner |
| decant | to draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers |
| whittle | a large knife |
| faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
| apposite | highly pertinent or appropriate : apt |
| omnivorous | feeding on both animal and vegetable substances |
| salient | moving by leaps or springs : jumping |