GRE Word List
POTENTIAL
existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality
The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| taunt | to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at |
| palpitate | to beat rapidly and strongly : throb |
| rile | to make agitated and angry : upset |
| potentate | ruler |
| mercenary | one that serves merely for wages |
| clandestine | marked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |
| talon | the claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| blunder | to move unsteadily or confusedly |