GRE Word List

AMEND

to put right

The meaning of the word amend is to put right.

Random words

WordMeaning
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
primogeniturethe state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents
rallyto muster for a common purpose
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
fringean ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
odoroushaving an odor: such as
doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency