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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obstetrician | a physician specializing in obstetrics |
| torso | the human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| codify | to reduce to a code |
| stultify | to have a dulling or inhibiting effect on |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |
| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
| florid | very flowery in style : ornate |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |