GRE Word List
RECTIFY
to set right : remedy
The meaning of the word rectify is to set right : remedy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hibernate | to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| balm | a balsamic (see balsamic |
| anthropoid | any of a suborder (Anthropoidea) of higher primates (such as macaques and marmosets) |
| purgatory | an intermediate state after death for expiatory purification |
| favoritism | the showing of special favor : partiality |
| meddlesome | given to meddling |
| irrelevant | not relevant : inapplicable |
| orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |