GRE Word List
ABBREVIATE
to make briefer
The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| categorical | absolute |
| nugatory | of little or no consequence : trifling |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| lectern | a stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker |
| revile | to subject to verbal abuse : vituperate |
| vacillate | to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses |
| legend | a story coming down from the past |
| penetrate | to pass into or through |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| relic | an object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr |