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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| proliferate | to grow by rapid production of new parts, cells, buds, or offspring |
| spate | freshet |
| retinue | a group of retainers or attendants |
| maculated | marked with spots : blotched |
| incident | an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening |
| noncommittal | giving no clear indication of attitude or feeling |
| clientele | a body of clients |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |
| tithe | a tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment |
| vacillate | to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses |