GRE Word List

ABSTRACT

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The meaning of the word abstract is disassociated from any specific instance.

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WordMeaning
distortto twist (see twist
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
militiaa part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
sensualrelating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
apparentopen to view : visible