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 |
|---|---|
| annul | to declare or make legally invalid or void |
| lilliputian | of, relating to, or characteristic of the Lilliputians or the island of Lilliput |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |
| perceptive | responsive to sensory stimuli : discerning |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| flush | to fly away suddenly |
| entity | being |
| farce | stuff |