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
lecheryinordinate (see inordinate
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aquilinecurving like an eagle's beak
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factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities
surfeitan overabundant supply : excess
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