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).

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WordMeaning
avowto declare assuredly
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
sordidmarked by baseness or grossness : vile
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
braga pompous or boastful statement
captionthe part of a legal document that shows where, when, and by what authority it was taken, found, or executed
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
dilateto become enlarged or widened
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
seclusionthe act of secluding : the condition of being secluded