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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WordMeaning
convergeto tend or move toward one point or one another : come together : meet
perditioneternal damnation
expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous
bewareto be on one's guard
unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
crustthe hardened exterior or surface part of bread
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable
flagrantconspicuously offensive