GRE Word List
REMISSION
the act or process of remitting
The meaning of the word remission is the act or process of remitting.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| context | the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning |
| foul | offensive to the senses : loathsome |
| insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| guy | man |
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |