GRE Word List

PARAPHRASE

a restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form

The meaning of the word paraphrase is a restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form.

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WordMeaning
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
nexusconnection
compendiuma brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
amputateto remove by or as if by cutting
virulentmarked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
pedagogythe art, science, or profession of teaching