GRE Word List

ABATE

to decrease in force or intensity

The meaning of the word abate is to decrease in force or intensity.

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WordMeaning
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter
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rompone that romps
unseemlynot seemly: such as
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
incessantcontinuing or following without interruption : unceasing
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juntaa council or committee for political or governmental purposes
deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression