GRE Word List

TERSE

using few words : devoid of superfluity

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

Random words

WordMeaning
swipea strong sweeping blow
bodeto indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
endorseto write on the back of
stumbleto fall into sin or waywardness
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
admonishto indicate duties or obligations to
smolderto burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke