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.

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WordMeaning
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
amputateto remove by or as if by cutting
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
thespianactor
dolta stupid person
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional
codicila legal instrument made to modify an earlier will
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely