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 |
|---|---|
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| delve | excavate |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| subside | to sink or fall to the bottom : settle |
| recapitulate | to retell or restate briefly : summarize |
| fell | skin |
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |