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.

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WordMeaning
retiringreserved
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
repulsionthe action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
cannyclever
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
disburseto pay out : expend especially from a fund
largessliberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest