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 |
|---|---|
| ambiguous | doubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctness |
| resolution | the act or process of resolving: such as |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| chisel | a metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal) |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| irascible | marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |