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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reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
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infinitesimalimmeasurably or incalculably small
jocundmarked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness
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