GRE Word List

CRITERIA

a standard on which a judgment or decision may be based

The meaning of the word criteria is a standard on which a judgment or decision may be based.

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WordMeaning
antiquityancient times
tantruma fit of bad temper
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
fulcrumprop
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
randoma haphazard course
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
yena strong desire or propensity