GRE Word List
RECTIFY
to set right : remedy
The meaning of the word rectify is to set right : remedy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| institute | something that is instituted: such as |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
| rapport | a friendly, harmonious relationship |
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| disparate | markedly distinct in quality or character |
| supersede | to cause to be set aside |
| entomology | a branch of zoology that deals with insects |
| intoxicate | to excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished |
| exorbitant | not coming within the scope of the law |