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 |
|---|---|
| intrigue | the practice of engaging in secret schemes |
| spartan | a native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| flora | a treatise on or list of the plants of an area or period |
| haven | harbor |
| pell-mell | in mingled confusion or disorder |
| arrhythmic | lacking rhythm or regularity |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| vivid | very strong : very high in chroma |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |