GRE Word List
ABBREVIATE
to make briefer
The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rigor | harsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity |
| eon | an immeasurably or indefinitely long period of time : age |
| camaraderie | a spirit of friendly good-fellowship |
| valid | having legal efficacy or force |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| osseous | bony |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| incandescent | white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat |