GRE Word List
ABBREVIATE
to make briefer
The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |
| categorical | absolute |
| invocation | the act or process of petitioning for help or support |
| conscript | a conscripted person (such as a military recruit) |
| bureaucracy | a body of nonelected government officials |
| gory | covered with gore : bloodstained |
| prim | to give a prim or demure expression to |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| redoubtable | causing fear or alarm : formidable |