GRE Word List
TRIM
to remove by or as if by cutting
The meaning of the word trim is to remove by or as if by cutting.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| luxuriate | to grow profusely : thrive |
| emasculate | to deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken |
| mural | of, relating to, or resembling a wall |
| aviary | a place for keeping birds confined |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| incarcerate | to put in prison |
| celibate | of, relating to, or characterized by celibacy: |
| replica | an exact reproduction (as of a painting) executed by the original artist |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |