GRE Word List
DISCOURSE
verbal interchange of ideas
The meaning of the word discourse is verbal interchange of ideas.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| equestrian | of, relating to, or featuring horseback riding |
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| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
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| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
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| surreptitious | done, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine |
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