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 |
|---|---|
| dictum | a noteworthy statement: such as |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| alloy | the degree of mixture with base metals : fineness |
| craven | lacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted |
| igneous | formed by solidification of magma |
| grill | to broil on a grill |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| intrinsic | belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing |