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 |
|---|---|
| purgatory | an intermediate state after death for expiatory purification |
| ramification | branch |
| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
| apotheosis | the perfect form or example of something : quintessence |
| bewitch | to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| explicate | to give a detailed explanation of |
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| dowdy | not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby |