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
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
muskyhaving an odor of or resembling musk
convexcurved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle
disinterto take out of the grave or tomb
briskkeenly alert : lively
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
mirewet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh)
lanknot well filled out : slender