GRE Word List

COMPLEMENT

something that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect

The meaning of the word complement is something that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect.

Random words

WordMeaning
chafeirritate
scurvya disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes
lopsidedleaning to one side
oafa stupid person : boob
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
surmountto prevail over : overcome
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
misapprehensionto apprehend wrongly : misunderstand
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around