GRE Word List
AMELIORATE
to make better or more tolerable
The meaning of the word ameliorate is to make better or more tolerable.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| equipoise | a state of equilibrium |
| lot | an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with |
| reputable | enjoying good repute : held in esteem |
| initiate | to cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going |
| bandy | to discuss lightly or banteringly |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| cavalier | marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain |
| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |