GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

Random words

WordMeaning
earmarka mark of identification on the ear of an animal
ameliorateto make better or more tolerable
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
verdantgreen in tint or color
feintsomething feigned
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning
chaffthe seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain
arrhythmiclacking rhythm or regularity
egressa place or means of going out : exit
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others