GRE Word List

IMPROVISE

to compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously

The meaning of the word improvise is to compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously.

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WordMeaning
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
unmitigatednot lessened : unrelieved
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence
vendorone that vends : seller
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal
effeteno longer fertile
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself