GRE Word List
ACCELERATE
to move faster : to gain speed
The meaning of the word accelerate is to move faster : to gain speed.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| repulsion | the action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed |
| garnish | decorate |
| sardonic | disdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
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