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.

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WordMeaning
scoretwenty
motleyvariegated in color
commonplacecommonly found or seen : ordinary
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monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
distillto let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate
ensueto strive to attain : pursue