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.

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WordMeaning
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
sinewyfull of sinews: such as
vertexthe top of the head
quaya structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place
trancestupor
lookoutone engaged in keeping watch : watchman
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution