GRE Word List
UNDERSTATE
to represent as less than is the case
The meaning of the word understate is to represent as less than is the case.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diminution | the act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease |
| narcissist | an individual showing symptoms of or affected by narcissism: such as |
| patrimony | an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor |
| stock | a store or supply accumulated or available |
| icon | a person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere |
| distinction | the act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference |
| adept | thoroughly proficient : expert |
| invoke | to petition for help or support |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| purported | reputed |