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

WordMeaning
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
litheeasily bent or flexed
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
ineptgenerally incompetent : bungling
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
chroniclea historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra