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 |
|---|---|
| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
| novelty | something new or unusual |
| therapeutic | of or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| strut | to become turgid : swell |
| scavenge | to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area |
| stump | the basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed |
| tactful | having or showing tact |
| comity | friendly social atmosphere : social harmony |
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |