GRE Word List

BURNISH

to make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing

The meaning of the word burnish is to make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing.

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estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
concurrentoperating or occurring at the same time
accordto grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned
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