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 |
|---|---|
| frustrate | to balk or defeat in an endeavor |
| brood | the young of an animal or a family of young |
| advocate | one who defends or maintains a cause or proposal |
| disabuse | to free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| idyllic | pleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity |
| incarcerate | to put in prison |
| cow | the mature female of cattle (genus Bos) |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| lament | to mourn aloud : wail |