GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

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WordMeaning
braga pompous or boastful statement
premisea proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference
seasoneda time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature
estimablecapable of being estimated
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
leveea reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed
bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
rankrelative standing or position
bourgeoisof, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class
conceitfavorable opinion