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.

Random words

WordMeaning
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
demisedeath
appellationan identifying name or title : designation
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
donto put on (an article of clothing)
tremora trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease