GRE Word List

ACTUATE

to put into mechanical action or motion

The meaning of the word actuate is to put into mechanical action or motion.

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WordMeaning
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
hovelan open shed or shelter
rendezvousa place appointed for assembling or meeting
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
affablebeing pleasant and at ease in talking to others
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
fettera chain or shackle for the feet
colandera perforated utensil for washing or draining food
tensilecapable of tension : ductile
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge