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 |
|---|---|
| ratify | to approve and sanction formally : confirm |
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| voracious | having a huge appetite : ravenous |
| dilute | attenuate |
| obloquy | a strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
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| amorphous | having no definite form : shapeless |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |