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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| defunct | no longer living, existing, or functioning |
| nausea | a stomach distress with distaste for food and an urge to vomit |
| potent | having or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| ruddy | having a healthy reddish color |
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| scowl | to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure |
| spare | not being used |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |