GRE Word List

RECTIFY

to set right : remedy

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

Random words

WordMeaning
rivuleta small stream
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
vitalof the utmost importance
harassexhaust
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
digressionthe act or an instance of leaving the main subject in an extended written or verbal expression of thought : the act or an instance of digressing in a discourse or other usually organized literary work
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening