GRE Word List
SLACKEN
slow up; loosen; make or become slack
The meaning of the word slacken is slow up; loosen; make or become slack.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| expository | explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition |
| malfeasance | wrongdoing; misconduct (by a public official) |
| jovial | good-natured; merry; cheerful |
| gyroscope | apparatus used to maintain balance, ascertain direction, etc. |
| categorical | without exceptions; made without any doubt in mind; unqualified; absolute |
| deliberate | consider; ponder; ADJ: done on purpose; slow |
| nepotism | favoritism (to a relative); CF. nephew |
| avuncular | of or like an uncle |
| primary | first in rank or importance; principal; earliest in time; Ex. primary stages; N. CF. first |
| sodden | thoroughly soaked; dull or stupid as if from drink |
