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
mata piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support
agendaa list or outline of things to be considered or done
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
fanaticismfanatic outlook or behavior
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
devoidbeing without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment