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.

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WordMeaning
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
overthrowoverturn
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
strewto spread by scattering
maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea
pinnaclean upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
blemishto spoil by a flaw
mirewet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh)