GRE Word List
ASSUAGE
to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
The meaning of the word assuage is to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |
| implausible | not plausible : provoking disbelief |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| painstaking | taking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort |
| qualified | fitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent |
| plenitude | the quality or state of being full : completeness |
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |
| hygiene | a science of the establishment and maintenance of health |
| squelch | to fall or stamp on so as to crush |
| innocuous | producing no injury : harmless |