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 |
|---|---|
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| zest | a piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring |
| pliant | pliable |
| cavil | to raise trivial and frivolous objection |
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |
| implausible | not plausible : provoking disbelief |
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action |
| knoll | a small round hill : mound |
| chortle | to sing or chant exultantly |
| prong | fork |