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
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
improviseto compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously
miragean optical (see optical
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
abodethe place where one lives : home
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray