GRE Word List

ABBREVIATE

to make briefer

The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.

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WordMeaning
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
spryable to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble
chameleonany of a family (Chamaeleontidae) of chiefly arboreal (see arboreal
continencethe ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily
contrivancea thing contrived
reparablecapable of being repaired
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
exemplifyto show or illustrate by example
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation