GRE Word List

WRIT

something written : writing

The meaning of the word writ is something written : writing.

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WordMeaning
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
fervorintensity of feeling or expression
briman upper or outer margin : verge
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
vintnera wine merchant
gnarledfull of knots or gnarls : knotty
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)