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.

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WordMeaning
implicateto bring into intimate or incriminating connection
resoundto become filled with sound : reverberate
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savoryhaving savor: such as
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deputizeto appoint as deputy
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