GRE Word List
COMPUTE
to determine especially by mathematical means
The meaning of the word compute is to determine especially by mathematical means.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| smelt | any of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| addle | rotten |
| bard | a tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds |
| deb\^acle | sudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster |
| scaffold | a temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground |
| bank | a mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as |
| gaffe | a social or diplomatic blunder |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |