GRE Word List

WHET

to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)

The meaning of the word whet is to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone).

Random words

WordMeaning
bodeto indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
callousbeing hardened and thickened
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
maledictioncurse
clamberto climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior