GRE Word List
WRING
to squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
The meaning of the word wring is to squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
| emblazon | to inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| hostage | a person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement |
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| unassuaged | not quenched, eased, or satisfied : not assuaged |
| ponderous | of very great weight |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| maritime | of, relating to, or bordering on the sea |