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.

Random words

WordMeaning
subterfugedeception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade
deferput off
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
cerebrationto use the mind : think
equilibriuma state of intellectual or emotional balance : poise
couriermessenger
effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect
confluencea coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
equestrianof, relating to, or featuring horseback riding