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

WordMeaning
convoketo call together to a meeting
igneousformed by solidification of magma
infernalof or relating to a nether world of the dead
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
bolta lightning stroke
flinchto withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince
shuffleto mix in a mass confusedly : jumble
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender