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 |
|---|---|
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| aphasia | loss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection) |
| frustrate | to balk or defeat in an endeavor |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| ruminant | an animal that chews the cud |
| sift | to put through a sieve |
| suspend | to debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function |
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| rebuke | to criticize sharply : reprimand |
| perforate | to make a hole through |