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 |
|---|---|
| tryst | an agreement (as between lovers) to meet |
| stock | a store or supply accumulated or available |
| sustain | to give support or relief to |
| exemplary | deserving imitation : commendable |
| sallow | any of several Old World broad-leaved willows (such as Salix caprea) including important sources of charcoal and tanbark |
| weird | of strange or extraordinary character : odd |
| tyranny | oppressive power |
| clown | farmer |
| abusive | using harsh, insulting language |
| mannered | having manners of a specified kind |