GRE Word List
DELETE
erase; strike out
The meaning of the word delete is erase; strike out.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fringe | decorative edge of hanging threads; edge |
| precept | practical rule guiding conduct; Ex. mother's precept |
| vitriolic | causing sharp pain to the mind; caustic; corrosive; sarcastic; of vitriol; N. vitriol: sulphuric acid (which burns flesh deeply); bitterly abusive expression; caustic expression; CF. glass |
| credence | belief |
| nuptial | related to marriage or the wedding ceremony; N. nuptials: wedding ceremony |
| detached | emotionally removed; free from emotional involvement; calm and objective; physically separate; N. detachment; CF. attachment |
| treasure | keep as precious; cherish |
| felicitous | (of a word or remark) apt; suitably expressed; well chosen |
| humility | humbleness of spirit |
| exposure | risk, particularly of being exposed to disease or to the elements; unmasking; act of laying something open; Ex. exposure of governmental corruption |
