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 |
|---|---|
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| muted | being mute : silent |
| sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
| oblivion | the fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness |
| studious | assiduous in the pursuit of learning |
| pare | to trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of |
| chafe | irritate |
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| comity | friendly social atmosphere : social harmony |