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
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
wreakbring about
inerrancyexemption from error : infallibility
stoopto bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees
proximitythe quality or state of being proximate : closeness
indecisivemarked by or prone to indecision : irresolute
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
embroiderto ornament with needlework
foppishfoolish