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 |
|---|---|
| premonitory | giving warning |
| provident | frugal |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| escapade | a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct |
| jocund | marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness |
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
| forego | to go before : precede |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |