GRE Word List

DEVISE

to form in the mind by new combinations or applications of ideas or principles : invent

The meaning of the word devise is to form in the mind by new combinations or applications of ideas or principles : invent.

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mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
disparitya noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity
edificebuilding
quipa clever usually taunting remark : gibe
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
retrogradehaving or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
glossa surface luster or brightness : shine