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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fallow | of a light yellowish-brown color |
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| quarry | game |
| distinctive | marking as separate or different : serving to distinguish |
| vivacious | lively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| solecism | an ungrammatical combination of words in a sentence |
| facetious | joking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish |
| negligence | the quality or state of being negligent |