distill
[dɪˈstɪɫ]
Group 19Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To extract the essential meaning or most important aspects of GRE
Example in Context
The editor distilled the sprawling manuscript into a tight, coherent narrative that captured the essence of the research.
Synonyms
extractpurifycondense
Etymology
To extract the essence by filtering or concentrating.
- destillare (Latin) — to drip down
Memory Aid
🥃Sounds like “this still”
When I said 'THIS STILL tastes like water,' I was really trying to DISTILL the essence of flavor!
Visual Association
💧A scientist in a lab, carefully pouring liquid through a funnel, revealing the pure essence of a fruit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “distill” mean on the GRE?
distill (verb) means “To extract the essential meaning or most important aspects of”. The editor distilled the sprawling manuscript into a tight, coherent narrative that captured the essence of the research.
How to remember “distill” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “distill” sounds like “this still”. When I said 'THIS STILL tastes like water,' I was really trying to DISTILL the essence of flavor!
What are synonyms for “distill”?
Common synonyms: extract, purify, condense.