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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palmany of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves
askewout of line : at an angle
generalitythe quality or state of being general
roilto make turbid by stirring up the sediment or dregs of
quadrupedan animal having four feet
arbitera person with power to decide a dispute : judge
emancipateto free from restraint, control, or the power of another
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
jabto pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler