GRE Word List
BELITTLE
disparage; depreciate
The meaning of the word belittle is disparage; depreciate.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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simplistic | oversimplified |
probe | explore with a probe or tools; investigate; N: slender instrument used to explore a wound or body cavity; device designed to investigate an unknown region; thorough investigation; Ex. space probe |
implore | beg |
rife | (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current |
invalidate | weaken; destroy; make invalid; nullify |
disinclination | unwillingness |
slag | glassy residue from smelting metal; dross; waste matter |
bastion | stronghold; something seen as a source of protection; Ex. the last bastion of male chauvinism |
appellation | name; title |
fructify | bear fruit; produce fruit |