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
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
resignrelegate
tightwada close or miserly person
tracta system of body parts or organs that act together to perform some function
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
squashto press or beat into a pulp or a flat mass : crush
anticlimaxthe usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
rightfuljust
gregarioustending to associate with others of one's kind : social