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 |
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rampant | rearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended |
mediate | occupying a middle position |
complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
ramble | to move aimlessly from place to place |
refrain | curb |
institute | something that is instituted: such as |
acumen | keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters |
irreverence | lack of reverence |
mote | a small particle : speck |
frenetic | marked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied |