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 |
|---|---|
| categorical | absolute |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| vendor | one that vends : seller |
| hypocritical | characterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| discretion | individual choice or judgment |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| desolate | devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted |
| laud | praise |