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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|---|---|
| allay | to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate |
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| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
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| anathema | someone or something intensely disliked or loathed |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| canine | a conical pointed tooth |
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