GRE Word List

DEFAULT

failure to do something required by duty or law : neglect

The meaning of the word default is failure to do something required by duty or law : neglect.

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WordMeaning
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
witherto become dry and sapless
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clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
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disconcertto throw into confusion
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
trampto walk, tread, or step especially heavily
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence