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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| curator | a person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits |
| pedagogue | teacher |
| simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| scrimmage | a minor battle : skirmish |
| breadth | distance from side to side : width |
| imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| precarious | dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments |