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 |
|---|---|
| solicitous | manifesting or expressing solicitude |
| insinuate | to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply |
| denotation | an act or process of denoting |
| asinine | extremely or utterly foolish or silly |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| despoil | to strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage |
| accommodate | to provide with something desired, needed, or suited |
| imbroglio | an acutely painful or embarrassing misunderstanding |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |