GRE Word List

TERSE

using few words : devoid of superfluity

The meaning of the word terse is using few words : devoid of superfluity.

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WordMeaning
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
cumbersomeunwieldy because of heaviness and bulk
plummetto fall perpendicularly
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
asunderinto parts
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
maxima general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct
impoliticnot politic : unwise
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing