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
evanescenttending to vanish like vapor
avowto declare assuredly
descryto catch sight of
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
expiateto make amends for
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
quellto thoroughly overwhelm and reduce to submission or passivity
ineptgenerally incompetent : bungling
wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence