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).

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WordMeaning
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
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endearto cause to become beloved or admired
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temperheat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
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