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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WordMeaning
effectualproducing or able to produce a desired effect
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease
askewout of line : at an angle
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
nurturetraining
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
glossarya collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings