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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dolt | a stupid person |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| disabuse | to free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy |
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| mawkish | lacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste |
| balk | to refuse abruptly |
| efface | to eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface |
| gape | to open the mouth wide |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |
| valid | having legal efficacy or force |