GRE Word List
MORTIFY
to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
The meaning of the word mortify is to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
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| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| strident | characterized by harsh, insistent, and discordant sound |
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| mendicant | beggar |