GRE Word List
TERSE
using few words : devoid of superfluity
The meaning of the word terse is using few words : devoid of superfluity.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| negligible | so small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling |
| fusion | the act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat |
| apposite | highly pertinent or appropriate : apt |
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| cavalier | marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain |
| gamely | a physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other |
| touchstone | a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis |
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |