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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WordMeaning
refractiondeflection 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
prizesomething offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
incrustationa crust or hard coating
ascribeto 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
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
frugalitythe quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift
esteemthe regard in which one is held
cupidityinordinate desire for wealth : avarice
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table