GRE Word List
DEGRADATION
the act or process of degrading
The meaning of the word degradation is the act or process of degrading.
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| distrait | apprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted |
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| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
| liquidate | to determine by agreement or by litigation the precise amount of (indebtedness, damages, or accounts) |
| inasmuch_as | since; owing to the fact that |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| avow | to declare assuredly |
| enhance | heighten |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| mannered | having manners of a specified kind |