GRE Word List

OSSIFY

to change into bone

The meaning of the word ossify is to change into bone.

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WordMeaning
inaugurateto induct into an office with suitable ceremonies
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
expansivehaving a capacity or a tendency to expand
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis
intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten
matineea musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon
turbidthick or opaque with or as if with roiled sediment