GRE Word List
ADULTERATE
to corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element
The meaning of the word adulterate is to corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| compile | to compose out of materials from other documents |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| rickety | affected with rickets |
| assuage | to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease |
| verisimilar | having the appearance of truth : probable |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| tarnish | to dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| ploy | escapade |
| crinkle | to form many short bends or ripples |