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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seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
mendaciousgiven to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
discomposeto destroy the composure of
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
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