GRE Word List

CAUSTIC

capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive

The meaning of the word caustic is capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive.

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WordMeaning
crypta chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground
erratichaving no fixed course : wandering
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
moodinesssubject to depression : gloomy
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
complicityassociation or participation in or as if in a wrongful act
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
damnto condemn to a punishment or fate