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

WordMeaning
nethersituated down or below : lower
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
overthrowoverturn
luscioushaving a delicious taste or smell : sweet
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
dormera window set vertically in a structure projecting through a sloping roof
cringeto recoil in distaste
insubstantialnot substantial: such as
invoketo petition for help or support
rubblebroken fragments (as of rock) resulting from the decay or destruction of a building