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
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
frigidintensely cold
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
venisonthe edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
callowlacking adult sophistication : immature
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas