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
patentopen to public inspection
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
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parcheddeprived of natural moisture
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
aliasotherwise called : otherwise known as
cemeterya burial ground
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