GRE Word List
ABRIDGE
to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense
The meaning of the word abridge is to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| cadence | the beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity |
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
| humus | a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic |
| gale | a strong current of air: |
| trough | a long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals |
| mirth | gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter |
| pretentious | characterized by pretension: such as |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |