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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WordMeaning
approbationcommendation
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
obscuredark
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
gustoan individual or special taste
tardymoving slowly : sluggish
catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis
quoruma select group