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
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
sophistrysubtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation
dummya person who is incapable of speaking
emissaryone designated as the agent of another : representative
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
conducivetending to promote or assist
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
tatterto make ragged
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
papyrusa tall perennial sedge (Cyperus papyrus) of the Nile valley