GRE Word List

COMPRESS

to press or squeeze together

The meaning of the word compress is to press or squeeze together.

Random words

WordMeaning
exonerateto relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship
betokento typify beforehand : presage
cerebralof or relating to the brain or the intellect
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony
despondentfeeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression
adjointo add or attach by joining
raveto talk irrationally in or as if in delirium