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.

Random words

WordMeaning
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
abscissionthe act or process of cutting off : removal
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
factitiousproduced by humans rather than by natural forces
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm