GRE Word List

WRITHE

to twist into coils or folds

The meaning of the word writhe is to twist into coils or folds.

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WordMeaning
oddsthe probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances
redressto set right : remedy
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impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
conscripta conscripted person (such as a military recruit)
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