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
gazettenewspaper
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
precipitantprecipitate
egressa place or means of going out : exit
expenditurethe act or process of expending
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
palatethe roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate
allegeto assert without proof or before proving
frescothe art of painting on freshly spread moist lime plaster with water-based pigments
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude