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
cohabitto live together as or as if a married couple
appriseto give notice to : tell
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed
equablemarked by lack of variation or change : uniform
psychiatrista medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychiatry
savoryhaving savor: such as
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
ordinancean authoritative decree or direction : order
wizardrythe art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior