GRE Word List
BREVITY
shortness of duration
The meaning of the word brevity is shortness of duration.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| dissimulate | to hide under a false appearance |
| dissertation | an extended usually written treatment of a subject |
| maladroit | lacking adroitness : inept |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
| distinct | distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |