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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indecision | a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution |
| forerunner | one that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as |
| cater | to provide a supply of food |
| infringe | to encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| jab | to pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object |
| catastrophe | a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| notoriety | the quality or state of being notorious |
| gourmand | one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking |