GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

Random words

WordMeaning
aceticvinegary
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
epitaphan inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there
executorone who executes something
dominantcommanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others
hotheada hotheaded person
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
dissembleto hide under a false appearance