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
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
facsimilean exact copy
scholarlyof, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
boona timely benefit : blessing
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame