GRE Word List

DEFACE

to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details

The meaning of the word deface is to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details.

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WordMeaning
impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed
audita formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation
platitudethe quality or state of being dull or insipid
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
pushyaggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
potentateruler
instigateto goad or urge forward : provoke