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
civilof or relating to citizens
exonerateto relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship
raptlifted up and carried away
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
queruloushabitually complaining
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
dripto let fall in drops
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
curfewthe sounding of a bell at evening
disquietudeanxiety