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.

Random words

WordMeaning
premonitionprevious notice or warning : forewarning
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
actuarialof or relating to actuaries
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
consolidationthe act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated
stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense