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
palatethe roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm
gravitydignity or sobriety of bearing
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
insurgenta person who revolts against civil authority or an established government
hindsightperception of the nature of an event after it has happened