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 |
|---|---|
| inveigle | to win over by wiles : entice |
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
| bromide | a binary compound of bromine with another element or a radical including some (such as potassium bromide) used as sedatives |
| virtue | conformity to a standard of right : morality |
| boorish | resembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor |
| wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| munificent | very liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow |
| disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |