GRE Word List

SKIM

to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance

The meaning of the word skim is to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance.

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WordMeaning
queasycausing nausea
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
ornatemarked by elaborate rhetoric (see rhetoric
transcendentexceeding usual limits : surpassing
pediatriciana specialist in pediatrics
commiserateto feel or express sympathy : condole
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