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
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
missivea written communication : letter
sustainto give support or relief to
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
minusculevery small
franchisethe right or license granted to an individual or group to market a company's goods or services in a particular territory
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
partialof or relating to a part rather than the whole : not general or total
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily