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
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
refuseto express oneself as unwilling to accept
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
comatoseof, resembling, or affected with coma
brochurepamphlet