GRE Word List
ABATE
to decrease in force or intensity
The meaning of the word abate is to decrease in force or intensity.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| dazzle | to lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light |
| wallow | to roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner |
| censor | a person who supervises conduct and morals: such as |
| insidious | having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle |
| scuffle | to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion |
| forego | to go before : precede |
| camaraderie | a spirit of friendly good-fellowship |
| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |
| bolster | a long pillow or cushion |