GRE Word List
WANE
to decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle
The meaning of the word wane is to decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perspicacious | of acute mental vision or discernment : keen |
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| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| snicker | to laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter |
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