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
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
ariaair
triflinglacking in significance or solid worth: such as
surpassto become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
eroticof, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire
conspiracythe act of conspiring together
delugean overflowing of the land by water
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
loungeto act or move idly or lazily : loaf