GRE Word List
COMPENSATORY
to be equivalent to : counterbalance
The meaning of the word compensatory is to be equivalent to : counterbalance.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| prize | something offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance |
| temperament | characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response |
| incrustation | a crust or hard coating |
| ascribe | to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing |
| flair | a skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| esteem | the regard in which one is held |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| delta | the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table |