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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| annihilate | to cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains |
| capacity | legal competency (see competence |
| dross | the scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal |
| extemporaneous | composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu |
| mirage | an optical (see optical |
| mawkish | lacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste |
| append | attach |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| alimony | an allowance made to one spouse by the other for support pending or after legal separation or divorce |
| appall | to overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay |