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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| graze | to feed on growing herbage, attached algae, or phytoplankton |
| bromide | a binary compound of bromine with another element or a radical including some (such as potassium bromide) used as sedatives |
| consensus | general agreement : unanimity |
| purport | to have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred) |
| concise | marked by brevity of expression or statement : free from all elaboration and superfluous detail |
| apocalyptic | of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse |
| welt | a strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together |
| chortle | to sing or chant exultantly |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |