Common GRE Level Words Flashcards

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Abate

A

To reduce in amount degree or severity

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2
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Abscond

A

To leave secretly

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3
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Abstain

A

To choose not to do something

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4
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Abyss

A

Extremely deep hole

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5
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Adulterate

A

Make impure

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6
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Advocate

A

To speak in favor for

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7
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Aesthetic

A

Concerning the appreciation of beauty

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8
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Aggrandize

A

To increase in power, influence and reputation

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9
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Alleviate

A

To make more bearable

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10
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Amalgamate

A

To combine, mix together

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11
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Ambiguous

A

Doubtful or uncertain, to be interpreted in many ways

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12
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Ameliorate

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To make better, improve

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