GRE Word List
ABBREVIATE
to make briefer
The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pan | a usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking) |
| onomatopoeia | the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss) |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| missive | a written communication : letter |
| decoy | a pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture |
| pry | to look closely or inquisitively |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| emasculate | to deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken |
| biting | having the power to bite |
| serenity | the quality or state of being serene |