GRE Word List

IMPAIR

to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse

The meaning of the word impair is to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse.

Random words

WordMeaning
unearthlynot earthly: such as
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
caricatureexaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
suffuseto spread over or through in the manner of fluid or light : flush
ecosystemthe complex of a community of organisms and its environment functioning as an ecological unit
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
annulto declare or make legally invalid or void