GRE Word List
REBATE
to reduce the force or activity of : diminish
The meaning of the word rebate is to reduce the force or activity of : diminish.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| headlong | headfirst |
| finish | to come to an end : terminate |
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| tickle | to touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements |
| grumble | to mutter in discontent |
| realm | kingdom |
| ingratiate | to gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort |
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |
| altercation | a noisy, heated, angry dispute |
| induct | to put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install |