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
erratichaving no fixed course : wandering
commandeerto compel to perform military service
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
maritalof or relating to marriage or the married state
abstractdisassociated from any specific instance
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
phenomenaphenomenon
luscioushaving a delicious taste or smell : sweet