GRE Word List

CRESCENDO

a gradual increase

The meaning of the word crescendo is a gradual increase.

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delugean overflowing of the land by water
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punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
glazeto furnish or fit with glass
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rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
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