GRE Word List

TAN

to make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun

The meaning of the word tan is to make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun.

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WordMeaning
galvanizeto subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically
asyluman inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary
soporificcausing or tending to cause sleep
mannerismexaggerated or affected (see affected
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
eccentricitythe quality or state of being eccentric
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
propitiousfavorably disposed : benevolent
derelictionan intentional abandonment