GRE Word List

BASE

the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation

The meaning of the word base is the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation.

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WordMeaning
pendulouspoised without visible support
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
emulateto strive to equal or excel
omnipresentpresent in all places at all times
colossalof, relating to, or resembling a colossus
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
yieldto bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation
cataracta clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light
raffleto engage in a raffle
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable