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

WordMeaning
resonantcontinuing to sound : echoing
warrantedsanction
conceitfavorable opinion
choicethe act of choosing : selection
galea strong current of air:
irresoluteuncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
connoisseurexpert
recipientone that receives : receiver
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted