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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metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
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decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
porridgea soft food made by boiling meal of grains or legumes in milk or water until thick
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vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively
potablesuitable for drinking
swindlerto obtain money or property by fraud or deceit
tyroa beginner in learning : novice