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 |
|---|---|
| temperament | characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response |
| ape | any of various large tailless semi-erect primates of Africa and southeastern Asia (such as the chimpanzee, gorilla, orangutan, or gibbon) |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| residual | remainder |
| boor | peasant |
| enumerate | to ascertain the number of : count |
| modicum | a small portion : a limited quantity |
| lush | growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage |
| enfranchise | to set free (as from slavery) |