GRE Word List

RECTIFY

to set right : remedy

The meaning of the word rectify is to set right : remedy.

Random words

WordMeaning
appurtenancesaccessory objects
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
upshotthe final result : outcome
pontificalepiscopal attire
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
gorycovered with gore : bloodstained
expatriatebanish
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy