GRE Word List

REMISSION

the act or process of remitting

The meaning of the word remission is the act or process of remitting.

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WordMeaning
perspicuityplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
insensatelacking sense or understanding
effluviuman invisible emanation
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
guyman
diaphanouscharacterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another