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
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
hyperboleextravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
recipientone that receives : receiver
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
piquantengagingly provocative
rendezvousa place appointed for assembling or meeting
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
snipa small piece that is snipped off