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
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
alloythe degree of mixture with base metals : fineness
syntheticrelating to or involving synthesis : not analytic
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
smudgeto make a smudge on
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit