GRE Word List

SHADE

comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light

The meaning of the word shade is comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light.

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contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
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incrustationa crust or hard coating
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welterwrithe
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant