GRE Word List

MUTILATE

to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect

The meaning of the word mutilate is to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect.

Random words

WordMeaning
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
verbatimin the exact words : word for word
hutan often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
misnomerthe misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
metallurgicalthe science and technology of metals