GRE Word List
ADORN
to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
The meaning of the word adorn is to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| slick | having a smooth surface : slippery |
| incontinent | not continent: such as |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| pilfer | steal |
| unassuming | not assuming : modest |
| disdain | a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn |
| discriminate | to mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of |
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| juxtapose | to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) |