GRE Word List
ABBREVIATE
to make briefer
The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| chaffing | the seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain |
| parallel | extending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant |
| touchy | marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation |
| reprehensible | worthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable |
| exalt | to raise in rank, power, or character |
| robust | having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health |
| gangrene | local death of soft tissues due to loss of blood supply |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |
| commonwealth | a nation, state, or other political unit: such as |
| woe | a condition of deep suffering from misfortune, affliction, or grief |