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 |
|---|---|
| sadistic | of, relating to, or characterized by sadism |
| mollycoddle | to treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention |
| trenchant | keen |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| faculty | ability |
| abject | sunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe |
| circumlocution | the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea |
| arable | fit for or used for the growing of crops |
| trite | hackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original |
| affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |