GRE Word List
WISP
a small handful (as of hay or straw)
The meaning of the word wisp is a small handful (as of hay or straw).
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| importune | to press or urge with troublesome persistence |
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| negate | to deny the existence or truth of |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
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| decelerate | to reduce the speed of : slow down |
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| layman | a person who is not a member of the clergy |
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