GRE Word List
TRUNCATE
to shorten by or as if by cutting off
The meaning of the word truncate is to shorten by or as if by cutting off.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| empirical | originating in or based on observation or experience |
| bar | a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening) |
| reprobate | an unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel |
| scowl | to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure |
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
| slough | a place of deep mud or mire |
| wangle | to resort to trickery or devious methods |
| stipulate | to make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract |
| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |