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 |
|---|---|
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
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| superfluous | exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra |
| finesse | refinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture |
| meander | a winding path or course |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
| orifice | an opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass |
| earthy | of, relating to, or consisting of earth |
| frenzied | feeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance |
| loath | unwilling to do something contrary to one's ways of thinking : reluctant |