GRE Word List

DEFACE

to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details

The meaning of the word deface is to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details.

Random words

WordMeaning
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
facadethe front of a building
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
queasycausing nausea
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
irrefutableimpossible to refute : incontrovertible