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 |
|---|---|
| canine | a conical pointed tooth |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| catechism | oral instruction |
| spoof | deceive |
| pan | a usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking) |
| vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
| taut | having no give or slack : tightly drawn |
| evenhanded | fair |
| malign | evil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |