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.

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WordMeaning
exhortto incite by argument or advice : urge strongly
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
defiancethe act or an instance of defying : challenge
frolicfull of fun : merry
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
brazenmade of brass
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument