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
obesehaving excessive body fat
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
brazenmade of brass
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
rarefiedbeing less dense
afterlifean existence after death
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect