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
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
skulduggeryunderhanded or unscrupulous behavior
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
shackhut
aceticvinegary
servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
acmethe highest point or stage