GRE Word List

WRITHE

to twist into coils or folds

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

Random words

WordMeaning
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
invalidnot valid:
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
immolateto kill or destroy especially by fire
pedanticof, relating to, or being a pedant
buccaneerany of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies
perspicaciousof acute mental vision or discernment : keen