omit
/oʊˈmɪt/
Group 34Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To leave out or exclude, either intentionally or forgetfully GRE
Example in Context
The report omitted several key findings that would have complicated the narrative the authors were seeking to advance.
Etymology
To leave something out or exclude it.
- omittere (Latin) — to leave out
Memory Aid
🧤Sounds like “oh mitt”
When you say "OH, MITT!" realizing you forgot your glove, you just OMITted it!
Visual Association
❌A person searching frantically through a bag, realizing they’ve OMITTED packing their essential items.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “omit” mean on the GRE?
omit (verb) means “To leave out or exclude, either intentionally or forgetfully”. The report omitted several key findings that would have complicated the narrative the authors were seeking to advance.
How to remember “omit” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “omit” sounds like “oh mitt”. When you say "OH, MITT!" realizing you forgot your glove, you just OMITted it!