GRE Word List
RAMIFY
to split up into branches or constituent parts
The meaning of the word ramify is to split up into branches or constituent parts.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| salutary | producing a beneficial effect : remedial |
| adverse | acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile |
| bar | a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening) |
| interregnum | the time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes |
| mincing | affectedly dainty or delicate |
| obelisk | an upright 4-sided usually monolithic pillar that gradually tapers as it rises and terminates in a pyramid |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| disjointed | being thrown out of orderly function |