GRE Word List
AMPLIFY
to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
The meaning of the word amplify is to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| besmirch | to cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully |
| beware | to be on one's guard |
| reprieve | to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner) |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |
| stumble | to fall into sin or waywardness |
| gawk | a clumsy stupid person : lout |
| equanimity | evenness of mind especially under stress |
| elaborate | planned or carried out with great care |
| snicker | to laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |