GRE Word List

DEFECT

an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming

The meaning of the word defect is an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming.

Random words

WordMeaning
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
adventthe period beginning four Sundays before Christmas and observed by some Christians as a season of prayer and fasting
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
impetusa driving force : impulse
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
toppleto fall from or as if from being top-heavy
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
meandera winding path or course
outmodednot being in style