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.

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WordMeaning
abridgeto shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
stemthe main trunk of a plant
crestfallenhaving a drooping crest or hanging head
nonentitysomething that does not exist or exists only in the imagination
tensioninner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion
regenerationan act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated
archivesa place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
captiousmarked by an often ill-natured inclination to stress faults and raise objections