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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WordMeaning
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
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diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
heydaythe period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity
proletariana member of the proletariat
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
stoutstrong of character: such as
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide