GRE Word List

ABORTIVE

prematurely born

The meaning of the word abortive is prematurely born.

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benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
compilationthe act or process of compiling
ferventvery hot : glowing
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
chroniclea historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation
coupa sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'état
rolling(of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments
tautologicalinvolving or containing rhetorical tautology : redundant