GRE Word List
SNIP
a small piece that is snipped off
The meaning of the word snip is a small piece that is snipped off.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jetsam | the part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore |
| dwindle | to become steadily less : shrink |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| indite | make up |
| inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
| gross | glaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness |