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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| consanguineous | of the same blood or origin |
| habituate | to make used to something : accustom |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| monotheism | the doctrine or belief that there is but one God |
| taut | having no give or slack : tightly drawn |
| slap | to strike sharply with or as if with the open hand |
| frivolous | of little weight or importance |
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
| creed | a brief authoritative formula of religious belief |