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 |
|---|---|
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
| impropriety | an improper or indecorous act or remark |
| clairvoyant | having clairvoyance : able to see beyond the range of ordinary perception |
| wizardry | the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery |
| belie | to give a false impression of |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| multifarious | having or occurring in great variety : diverse |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |