GRE Word List

WELTER

writhe

The meaning of the word welter is writhe.

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WordMeaning
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
hypotheticalinvolving or being based on a suggested idea or theory : being or involving a hypothesis : conjectural
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
ligneousof or resembling wood
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
bludgeona short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
compellingthat compels: such as
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice