GRE Word List
EMBELLISH
adorn; ornament; enhance as a story (by adding fictitious details)
The meaning of the word embellish is adorn; ornament; enhance as a story (by adding fictitious details).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| decant | pour off gently (wine or liquid) |
| fuddle | make stupid or confused as with alcholic drink; N. in a fuddle: confused |
| defray | provide for the payment of; undertake the payment of; pay |
| reconcile | make friendly again (after quarrel); make consistent (two ideas in opposition); correct inconsistencies; Ex. reconcile one's political principles with one's religious beliefs |
| terminology | terms used in a science or art; study of nomenclature |
| blowhard | talkative boaster; braggart |
| vicar | parish priest; representative |
| nautical | pertaining to ships or navigation |
| aromatic | fragrant; having a sweet smell; N. aroma: strong pleasant smell |
| clavicle | collarbone |
