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grapple

/ˈɡræpl/

grap · ple ˈɡræp · l

English Definition

v. struggle, wrestle

中文释义

扭打，努力应对

Significado en Español

luchar, enfrentarse

한국어 뜻

격투하다, 씨름하다

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

vật lộn, đấu tranh

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grapple(grasp firmly)

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

In the following sentence, choose the word that is a synonym for “grapple”: The mountain climber had to _______ with the slippery rocks to advance on his ascent.

A struggle
B ignore
C release
D overlook

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A — struggle. “grapple” means v. struggle, wrestle

Common questions about “grapple”

What does “grapple” mean?

grapple — v. struggle, wrestle. In Chinese: 扭打，努力应对.

How do you pronounce “grapple”?

grapple is pronounced /ˈɡræpl/. It breaks into 2 syllables: grap · ple.

Is “grapple” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. grapple appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “grapple”?

grapple(grasp firmly)

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grapple

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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