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 |
|---|---|
| pendant | something suspended: such as |
| aperture | an opening or open space : hole |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| optimum | the amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end |
| defoliate | to deprive of leaves especially prematurely |
| cataract | a clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light |
| dwindle | to become steadily less : shrink |
| canter | one who uses cant: such as |
| addle | rotten |
| exegesis | exposition |