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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verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |
jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |
restitution | an act of restoring or a condition of being restored: such as |
dingy | dirty |
indulge | to yield to the desire of : humor |
dissonance | lack of agreement |
balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
misdemeanor | a crime less serious than a felony (see felony |
brand | a charred piece of wood |
pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |