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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| multiform | having many forms or appearances |
| savory | having savor: such as |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| parallelism | the quality or state of being parallel |
| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |
| threat | an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage |
| imply | to express indirectly |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| expansive | having a capacity or a tendency to expand |