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 |
|---|---|
| ram | a male sheep |
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |
| lottery | a drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance |
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |
| discombobulated | characterized by confusion or disorder |
| laconic | using or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |
| philistine | a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia |