GRE Word List
PROLIXITY
unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
The meaning of the word prolixity is unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| ascribe | to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing |
| awl | a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood) |
| unfetter | to free from fetters |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| apprise | to give notice to : tell |
| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| studious | assiduous in the pursuit of learning |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| acme | the highest point or stage |