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
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about
egregiousconspicuous
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
vendettablood feud
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
stodgyhaving a rich filling quality : heavy
habituateto make used to something : accustom