GRE Word List

SLAKE

subside

The meaning of the word slake is subside.

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WordMeaning
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
fortitudestrength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
concisemarked by brevity of expression or statement : free from all elaboration and superfluous detail
dina loud continued noise
scholarlyof, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
kleptomaniaca person evidencing kleptomania