GRE Word List

TAUT

having no give or slack : tightly drawn

The meaning of the word taut is having no give or slack : tightly drawn.

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WordMeaning
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
oratorone who delivers an oration
mediumsomething in a middle position
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
abodethe place where one lives : home
swathea band used in swathing
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless