GRE Word List

APEX

the uppermost point : vertex

The meaning of the word apex is the uppermost point : vertex.

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invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
biliousof or relating to a yellow or greenish fluid that is secreted by the liver and that aids especially in the emulsification and absorption of fats : of or relating to bile (see bile
shavingthe act of one that shaves
surreptitiousdone, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine
prognosticateto foretell from signs or symptoms : predict
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
culminationthe action of culminating
compatiblecapable of existing together in harmony
carapacea bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab)
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually