GRE Word List

RECTIFY

to set right : remedy

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

Random words

WordMeaning
cholericeasily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
madrigala medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
credencemental acceptance as true or real
choicethe act of choosing : selection
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely