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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Word | Meaning |
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decree | an order usually having the force of law |
meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
cadence | the beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity |
jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
humus | a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic |
gale | a strong current of air: |
trough | a long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals |
mirth | gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter |
pretentious | characterized by pretension: such as |
plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |