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 |
|---|---|
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| aplomb | complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise |
| monolithic | of, relating to, or resembling a monolith : huge |
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |
| waggish | resembling or characteristic of a wag |
| hyperbole | extravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones") |
| pallid | deficient in color : wan |