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GRE Multiple Choice Questions - List 6

GRE - Flashcards - Multiple Choice Questions - SHOW ME LIST 6

Definition:

(verb) impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball); "block an attack"

(verb) draw someone's attention away from something; "The thief distracted the bystanders"; "He #######ed his competitors"

(verb) turn aside

(verb) turn from a straight course , fixed direction, or line of interest

(verb) prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; "Let's avoid a confrontation"; "head off a confrontation"; "avert a strike"

 

** Please Select the best Word that fits the definition in the left column

CORDON
CYNIC
DAWDLER
DECORUM
DEFLECT