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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| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| except | with the exclusion or exception of |
| underlying | lying beneath or below |
| insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
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