Abrade
verbGREMedium
Definition
to scrape or wear away by friction
Example Usage
"The rough fabric abraded his skin."
Synonyms
scrapeerodewearchafe
Antonyms
smoothpolish
Tags
#gre#verb#gre#medium
How to Use "Abrade"
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Context
This word is commonly used in GRE contexts. It's a medium level word.
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In Writing
Use "Abrade" to make your writing more precise. It works well in formal and academic contexts.
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Remember
Associate "Abrade" with its synonyms: scrape, erode, wear. This helps with recall.
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