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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| reprieve | to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner) |
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| impromptu | made, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised |
| credential | warranting credit or confidence |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| querulous | habitually complaining |
| vacuous | emptied of or lacking content |