GRE Word List

INTERPOLATE

to alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter

The meaning of the word interpolate is to alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter.

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WordMeaning
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
officiousvolunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome
breadthdistance from side to side : width
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
fraudulentcharacterized by, based on, or done by fraud : deceitful
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
astringentcausing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic
knacka special ready capacity that is hard to analyze or teach
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper