GRE Word List

CODIFY

to reduce to a code

The meaning of the word codify is to reduce to a code.

Random words

WordMeaning
pithyconsisting of or abounding in pith
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
squatto cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
tarantulaany of various large, typically ground-dwelling, hairy, mygalomorph spiders (family Theraphosidae) of warm regions that possess venomous fangs used to subdue and kill prey (such as insects, centipedes, frogs, and mice) caught by ambush or chase and that construct silk-lined burrows but do not build webs to trap food
outspokendirect and open in speech or expression : frank
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay
dozeto sleep lightly
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily