GRE Word List
ABBREVIATE
to make briefer
The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tender | marked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond |
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| peccadillo | a slight offense |
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| comprehensive | covering completely or broadly : inclusive |
| lassitude | a condition of weariness or debility : fatigue |
| placid | serenely free of interruption or disturbance |