GRE Word List

ALLAY

to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate

The meaning of the word allay is to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate.

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adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
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arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
pendulouspoised without visible support
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enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition