GRE Word List
ABSTRACT
disassociated from any specific instance
The meaning of the word abstract is disassociated from any specific instance.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| distort | to twist (see twist |
| pastoral | of, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| slick | having a smooth surface : slippery |
| militia | a part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency |
| despise | to look down on with disrespect or aversion |
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| earn | to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered |
| apparent | open to view : visible |