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").
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| obese | having excessive body fat |
| obsequy | a funeral or burial rite |
| rigid | deficient in or devoid of flexibility |
| growl | rumble |
| fortitude | strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage |
| recession | the act or action of receding : withdrawal |
| parley | to speak with another : confer |
| conglomerate | made up of parts from various sources or of various kinds |