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
mogulan Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
fusionthe act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat
antagonismopposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
corpusclea minute particle
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions