GRE Word List
DEFALCATE
deduct
The meaning of the word defalcate is deduct.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| slag | the dross or scoria of a metal |
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| knave | a tricky deceitful fellow |
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| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
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