GRE Word List
EMBELLISH
to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
The meaning of the word embellish is to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| corporeal | having, consisting of, or relating to a physical material body: such as |
| shackle | something (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| gracious | marked by kindness and courtesy |
| dissemble | to hide under a false appearance |
| habitat | the place or environment where a plant or animal naturally or normally lives and grows |
| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| swelter | to suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |