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 |
|---|---|
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
| lumen | the cavity of a tubular organ or part |
| expurgate | to cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| knit | to form by interlacing yarn or thread in a series of connected loops with needles |
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| plane | airplane |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| meager | having little flesh : thin |
| enlist | to secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest |