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 |
|---|---|
| incipient | beginning to come into being or to become apparent |
| vulgar | lacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse |
| colloquial | used in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation |
| rudimentary | consisting in first principles : fundamental |
| billow | wave |
| implicate | to bring into intimate or incriminating connection |
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| tyro | a beginner in learning : novice |
| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |