GRE Word List

EXCERPT

a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract

The meaning of the word excerpt is a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract.

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WordMeaning
skiffany of various small boats
circleta little circle
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
scenarioan outline or synopsis of a play
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
decreean order usually having the force of law
dauntto lessen the courage of : cow
tribunala court or forum of justice
coteriean intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose