GRE Word List
WHET
to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
The meaning of the word whet is to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| granulate | to form or crystallize into grains or granules |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| expeditious | marked by or acting with prompt efficiency |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| nutrient | furnishing nourishment |
| antecede | precede |
| ruminate | to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly |
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| gainsay | to declare to be untrue or invalid |