GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

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WordMeaning
anachronisman error in chronology
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
mammothany of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair
emollientmaking soft or supple
lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
dyspepticindigestion
missivea written communication : letter
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
bitinghaving the power to bite
pranceto spring from the hind legs or move by so doing