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
ambiguousdoubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctness
resolutionthe act or process of resolving: such as
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
chisela 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)
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
moribundbeing in the state of dying : approaching death
loftyelevated in character and spirit : noble