GRE Word List

DWINDLE

to become steadily less : shrink

The meaning of the word dwindle is to become steadily less : shrink.

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rolling(of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
smeltany of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate
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