GRE Word List
MILITATE
to have weight or effect
The meaning of the word militate is to have weight or effect.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fundamental | serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic |
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| appropriate | especially suitable or compatible : fitting |
| wistful | full of yearning or desire tinged with melancholy |
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |
| attenuate | to lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken |
| servile | of or befitting a menial position |
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| compress | to press or squeeze together |