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
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
tyrannyoppressive power
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
voluptuoussuggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
oddsthe probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances
disengageto release from something that engages or involves