GRE Word List
BELITTLE
disparage; depreciate
The meaning of the word belittle is disparage; depreciate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 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 |
