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

WordMeaning
imprecationcurse
rusticof, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural
promiscuoushaving or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners
prophylacticguarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
frolicfull of fun : merry
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine