GRE Word List
ATROPHY
decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue
The meaning of the word atrophy is decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nominal | of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| misconduct | mismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| equivocal | subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse |
| fervor | intensity of feeling or expression |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |
| adjuration | a solemn oath |