GRE Word List

PUTREFY

to make putrid

The meaning of the word putrefy is to make putrid.

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WordMeaning
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
averto declare positively
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
hybridan offspring of two animals or plants of different subspecies, breeds, varieties, species, or genera
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
putridbeing in a state of putrefaction : rotten
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
oddsthe probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby