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 |
|---|---|
| incursion | a hostile entrance into a territory : raid |
| defrock | to deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| barefaced | having the face uncovered: |
| deputize | to appoint as deputy |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| consolidation | the act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated |
| evoke | to call forth or up: such as |
| rancid | having an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |