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 |
|---|---|
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| underlying | lying beneath or below |
| sneak | to go stealthily or furtively : slink |
| silt | loose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter |
| mete | to give out by measure : dole out |
| anecdote | a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |
| pedigree | a register recording a line of ancestors |
| reparation | a repairing or keeping in repair |