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
viscidhaving an adhesive quality : sticky
sanctiona formal decree
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
misapprehensionto apprehend wrongly : misunderstand
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
clamornoisy shouting
hortatoryhortative
shuffleto mix in a mass confusedly : jumble
affluenceabundance of property : wealth