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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WordMeaning
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quicksilvermercury
levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
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exceptwith the exclusion or exception of
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