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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WordMeaning
rescindto take away : remove
jabto pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
smirkto smile in a smug or condescending way
rationa food allowance for one day
decoya pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture
trappingsoutward signs
reprisala retaliatory act
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities