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
felineof, relating to, or affecting cats or the cat family
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
torrenta violent or forceful flow of fluid
meagerhaving little flesh : thin
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
quislingtraitor
garnishdecorate
salutaryproducing a beneficial effect : remedial
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner