GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

Random words

WordMeaning
stippleto engrave by means of dots and flicks
destitutelacking something needed or desirable
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
luridcausing horror or revulsion : gruesome
pedanticof, relating to, or being a pedant
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
beelinea straight direct course