GRE Word List
ASSAY
to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
The meaning of the word assay is to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| draught | a rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |
| reminiscence | apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence |
| impervious | not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable |
| reparation | a repairing or keeping in repair |
| gnarled | full of knots or gnarls : knotty |
| assurance | the state of being assured: such as |
| blanch | to take the color out of |
| imperturbable | marked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene |