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
proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate
paranoiamental illness characterized by systematized delusions of persecution or grandeur usually without hallucinations
backslideto lapse morally or in the practice of religion
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
pursea small bag for money
putativecommonly accepted or supposed
haggleto cut roughly or clumsily : hack
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent