GRE Word List

ACCRETION

the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as

The meaning of the word accretion is the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as.

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WordMeaning
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
earthlycharacteristic of or belonging to this earth
impartialnot partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
lunaticaffected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane
sluicean artificial passage for water (as in a millstream) fitted with a valve or gate for stopping or regulating flow
wizenedto become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality
celerityrapidity of motion or action
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection