dwarf
to cause something to seem small or insignificant by comparison
Word origin: From Old English dweorg, a small being.
Dwarf in a sentence
Here are example sentences showing dwarf in a sentence.
The skyscraper dwarfed every other building in the historic downtown district.
The new tower will dwarf every other building on the city's modest skyline.
Using “dwarf” well
As a verb, dwarf means to make something else look small by comparison, emphasizing relative scale. It overlaps closely with eclipse and overshadow.
More GRE words starting with D
to engage in something superficially or as a casual pastime
a raised platform for speakers or honored guests
to waste time or act without urgency
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marked with spots or patches of color or light
to intimidate or discourage with fear or doubt
to move slowly or waste time idly
a scarcity or shortage of something
Questions about “dwarf”
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