Secrete
mediumsih-KREET
verb
Definition
to produce and discharge a substance; also, to hide or conceal
Examples
“The glands secrete a hormone that regulates metabolism.”
“The thief managed to secrete the jewels behind a loose brick in the wall.”
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GRE Tip
Secrete is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "exude" or "discharge" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "absorb".
Related GRE Words
analogous
Comparable in certain respects; similar
anomaly
Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected
empirical
based on observation or experiment rather than theory
inert
lacking the power to move or act; sluggish or chemically inactive
latent
present but not visible or active; dormant
saturate
to soak or fill thoroughly
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