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 |
|---|---|
| premeditate | to think about and revolve in the mind beforehand |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
| piscatorial | piscatory |
| perpetrate | to bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| natal | native |
| pathos | an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion |
| scintilla | spark |
| peccadillo | a slight offense |