GRE Word List
RECTIFY
to set right : remedy
The meaning of the word rectify is to set right : remedy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
| chancellor | the secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king |
| abominate | to hate or loathe intensely : abhor |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| draught | a rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task |
| providence | divine guidance or care |
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |
| fell | skin |
| monotony | tedious sameness |