GRE Word List
DILATE
to become enlarged or widened
The meaning of the word dilate is to become enlarged or widened.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| graduated | marked with divisions indicating degrees or units of measurement |
| advocate | one who defends or maintains a cause or proposal |
| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
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| reprieve | to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner) |
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