GRE Word List

RUMMAGE

to make a thorough search or investigation

The meaning of the word rummage is to make a thorough search or investigation.

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suspensethe state of being suspended : suspension
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triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
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bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain
stifleto withhold from circulation or expression
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
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