GRE Word List
LITOTES
understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
The meaning of the word litotes is understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy").
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| botch | an inflammatory sore |
| rhapsodize | to speak or write in a rhapsodic manner |
| rightful | just |
| scotch | scottish |
| grudge | to be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| gratis | without charge or recompense : free |
| invert | to reverse in position, order, or relationship |
| glimmer | to shine faintly or unsteadily |