GRE Word List
FRINGE
an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
The meaning of the word fringe is an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| assuage | to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease |
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| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |
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| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
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| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
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| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |