recapitulate
/ɹiːkəˈpɪtʃʊleɪt/
Group 34Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To summarize and state again the main points of GRE
Example in Context
The chair recapitulated the key points of the three-hour discussion before asking members to vote on the final resolution.
Etymology
To summarize again, going back to the 'head' or main points.
- re- (Latin) — again
- caput (Latin) — head
Memory Aid
⏰Sounds like “recap it late”
If I RECAP IT LATE, everyone will forget what I said, so I must RECAPITULATE the main points!
Visual Association
📚A teacher standing in front of a class, summarizing the lesson with big, bold points on a board.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “recapitulate” mean on the GRE?
recapitulate (verb) means “To summarize and state again the main points of”. The chair recapitulated the key points of the three-hour discussion before asking members to vote on the final resolution.
How to remember “recapitulate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “recapitulate” sounds like “recap it late”. If I RECAP IT LATE, everyone will forget what I said, so I must RECAPITULATE the main points!