GRE Word List

RECTIFY

to set right : remedy

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

Random words

WordMeaning
outragean act of violence or brutality
litanya prayer consisting of a series of invocations and supplications by the leader with alternate responses by the congregation
haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
misnomerthe misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
arbitraryexisting or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of