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
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
debarto bar from having or doing something : preclude
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
burgeonto send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
indenturea document or a section of a document that is indented
hardybold
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument