GRE Word List
ADAPT
to make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
The meaning of the word adapt is to make fit (as for a new use) often by modification.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| founder | one that founds or establishes |
| statutory | of or relating to statutes |
| intractable | not easily governed, managed, or directed |
| debutante | one making a debut (see debut |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |
| coin | corner |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
| centurion | an officer commanding a Roman century |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |