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
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty
noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
putativecommonly accepted or supposed
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
stifleto withhold from circulation or expression
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
consanguineousof the same blood or origin
lunaticaffected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane