GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

Random words

WordMeaning
bookishof or relating to books
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
indignationanger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean
cardinala high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
daisa raised platform (as in a hall or large room)
opuswork
extrudeto force, press, or push out