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
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
mammothany of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair
accessiblecapable of being reached
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
championshipdesignation as champion