Table
mediumNeutral toneTAY-bul
verb
Definition
(verb) To postpone consideration of; to set aside for later
Memory hook
TABLE the discussion = put it ON THE TABLE for later, not now — to postpone.
Word roots
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Examples
“They decided to table the discussion until next month.”
“The committee tabled the controversial proposal.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“They decided to ______ the discussion until next month.”
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table
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GRE Tip
Table is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "postpone" or "defer" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "expedite".
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