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 |
|---|---|
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
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| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| practicable | capable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible |
| recast | to cast again |
| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |
| mimicry | an instance of mimicking |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| gall | brazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence |
| pilfer | steal |