GRE Word List

PALLIATE

to reduce the violence of (a disease)

The meaning of the word palliate is to reduce the violence of (a disease).

Random words

WordMeaning
impetusa driving force : impulse
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
agapewide open : gaping
entomologya branch of zoology that deals with insects
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
exigencythat which is required in a particular situation
clefta space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive