GRE Word List
ABBREVIATE
to make briefer
The meaning of the word abbreviate is to make briefer.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sinewy | full of sinews: such as |
| fathom | a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water |
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
| ambience | a feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere |
| rake | an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground |
| crass | gross |
| pervert | to cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |