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 |
|---|---|
| lot | an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with |
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
| grouch | a fit of bad temper |
| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |
| carnal | relating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites |
| reaper | one that reaps |
| illusive | based on or producing illusion : illusory |
| dictum | a noteworthy statement: such as |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
| rapt | lifted up and carried away |