GRE Word List
HEW
to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
The meaning of the word hew is to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument.
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| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |
| insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
| calamity | a disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering |
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| peccadillo | a slight offense |
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