GRE Word List
TAPER
to become progressively smaller toward one end
The meaning of the word taper is to become progressively smaller toward one end.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| query | question |
| haven | harbor |
| implausible | not plausible : provoking disbelief |
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| antidote | a remedy to counteract the effects of poison |
| boorish | resembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |