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
belligerentinclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness
fraya usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute
durationcontinuance in time
interrogateto question formally and systematically
apparentopen to view : visible
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
machiavellianof or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism