GRE Word List

ELLIPSIS

the omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete

The meaning of the word ellipsis is the omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete.

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WordMeaning
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
unfalteringnot wavering or weakening : firm
meddlesomegiven to meddling
emollientmaking soft or supple
tranquillitythe quality or state of being tranquil
aspirantone who aspires
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs