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 |
|---|---|
| gale | a strong current of air: |
| righteous | acting in accord with divine or moral law : free from guilt or sin |
| nib | bill |
| sophist | philosopher |
| sinecure | an office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income |
| largess | liberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior |
| attire | to put garments on : dress |
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| brawn | the flesh of a boar |
| buoyant | having buoyancy |