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 |
|---|---|
| mausoleum | a large tomb |
| disconcert | to throw into confusion |
| windfall | something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind |
| quizzical | comically quaint |
| manifesto | a written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
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| mock | to treat with contempt or ridicule : deride |
| dearth | scarcity that makes dear |
| aberrant | deviating from the usual or natural type : atypical |