GRE Word List
DEPRECIATE
to lower in honor or esteem
The meaning of the word depreciate is to lower in honor or esteem.
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Word | Meaning |
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simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
endorse | to write on the back of |
overbearing | tending to overwhelm : overpowering |
dispirited | to deprive of morale or enthusiasm |
gravity | dignity or sobriety of bearing |
seedy | containing or full of seeds |
braggadocio | empty boasting |
deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
superannuated | outmoded |