GRE Word List
RECTIFY
to set right : remedy
The meaning of the word rectify is to set right : remedy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lookout | one engaged in keeping watch : watchman |
| bicameral | having, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber |
| squash | to press or beat into a pulp or a flat mass : crush |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| filth | foul or putrid matter |