GRE Word List
BOWDLERIZE
to expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
The meaning of the word bowdlerize is to expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ramble | to move aimlessly from place to place |
| spatial | relating to, occupying, or having the character of space |
| ravel | to become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray |
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat |
| comprehend | to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of |
| bicameral | having, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber |
| factitious | produced by humans rather than by natural forces |
| mulct | fine |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| torpedo | a weapon for destroying ships by rupturing their hulls below the waterline: such as |