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
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout
charmthe chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation
anthropoidany of a suborder (Anthropoidea) of higher primates (such as macaques and marmosets)
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
mustyimpaired by damp or mildew : moldy
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
hallowedholy
underscoreto draw a line under : underline