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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WordMeaning
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
flagrantconspicuously offensive
negateto deny the existence or truth of
expostulationan act or an instance of expostulating
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
cohereto hold together firmly as parts of the same mass
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
renegeto go back on a promise or commitment
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised