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 |
|---|---|
| pedagogue | teacher |
| disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
| tarantula | any of various large, typically ground-dwelling, hairy, mygalomorph spiders (family Theraphosidae) of warm regions that possess venomous fangs used to subdue and kill prey (such as insects, centipedes, frogs, and mice) caught by ambush or chase and that construct silk-lined burrows but do not build webs to trap food |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| anguish | extreme pain, distress, or anxiety |
| dainty | something delicious to the taste |
| imply | to express indirectly |
| craft | skill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity |
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |