GRE Word List
CATALYST
a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
The meaning of the word catalyst is a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| vintner | a wine merchant |
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| retract | to draw back or in |
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| poise | balance |
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action |
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| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |