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
wizardrythe art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
condolegrieve
bevya large group or collection
salvagecompensation paid for saving a ship or its cargo from the perils of the sea or for the lives and property rescued in a wreck
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
piqueto excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff