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
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
desertsarid land with usually sparse vegetation
invulnerableincapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
demolitionthe act of demolishing
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
comatoseof, resembling, or affected with coma
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment