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 |
|---|---|
| epaulet | something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as |
| ravine | a small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water |
| hovel | an open shed or shelter |
| rhapsodize | to speak or write in a rhapsodic manner |
| trite | hackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original |
| benediction | the invocation (see invocation |
| sneak | to go stealthily or furtively : slink |
| romp | one that romps |
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |