discount
/dɪsˈkaʊnt/
Group 18Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To regard as being unworthy of consideration; to underestimate GRE
Example in Context
Analysts who discounted the early warning signs found themselves unprepared when the market correction finally arrived.
Synonyms
dismissignoredownplay
Etymology
Calculating apart from the value; deeming something less worthy.
- dis- (Latin) — apart
- computare (Latin) — to calculate
Memory Aid
📉Sounds like “this count”
When I hear 'this COUNT' is too small, I DISCOUNT it like a penny on a dollar!
Visual Association
❌A person tossing crumpled bills into a trash can, clearly underestimating their worth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “discount” mean on the GRE?
discount (verb) means “To regard as being unworthy of consideration; to underestimate”. Analysts who discounted the early warning signs found themselves unprepared when the market correction finally arrived.
How to remember “discount” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “discount” sounds like “this count”. When I hear 'this COUNT' is too small, I DISCOUNT it like a penny on a dollar!
What are synonyms for “discount”?
Common synonyms: dismiss, ignore, downplay.