GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

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WordMeaning
illusiona misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion
siderealof, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral
proxythe agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another
statutea law enacted by the legislative branch of a government
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
lardera place where food is stored : pantry
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)