GRE Word List

CURTAIL

to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part

The meaning of the word curtail is to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part.

Random words

WordMeaning
pertinenthaving a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand
suspensethe state of being suspended : suspension
nefariousflagrantly wicked or impious : evil
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
psychea princess loved by Cupid
execrabledeserving to be execrated : detestable
heedto pay attention
disputatiousinclined to dispute
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
ogleto glance with amorous invitation or challenge