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 |
|---|---|
| impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |
| forlorn | bereft |
| shoot | to eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger) |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| articulate | expressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| septic | of, relating to, or causing putrefaction |
| sidereal | of, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral |
| elevation | the height to which something is elevated: such as |
| lampoon | satire |