GRE Word List

RECTIFY

to set right : remedy

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

Random words

WordMeaning
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
theoreticalexisting only in theory : hypothetical
importto bring from a foreign or external source: such as
buffoona ludicrous figure : clown
dissonancelack of agreement
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
invoketo petition for help or support
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt