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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| saline | consisting of or containing salt |
| codify | to reduce to a code |
| unimpeachable | not impeachable: such as |
| accommodate | to provide with something desired, needed, or suited |
| patina | a usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| adept | thoroughly proficient : expert |
| relinquish | to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind |
| component | a constituent part : ingredient |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |