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
filthfoul or putrid matter
waketo be or remain awake
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
dispatchto send off or away with promptness or speed
repastsomething taken as food : meal
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on
extolto praise highly : glorify
inveigleto win over by wiles : entice