GRE Word List
WRENCH
to move with a violent twist
The meaning of the word wrench is to move with a violent twist.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
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| cog | a tooth on the rim of a wheel or gear |
| fester | to generate pus |
| miscreant | unbelieving |
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| cipher | zero |
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| gibe | to utter taunting words |