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
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
exhortto incite by argument or advice : urge strongly
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
carnalrelating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites
repercussionreflection
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
omnipotentalmighty
shangri-laa remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia