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
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
doggedmarked by stubborn determination
unseemlynot seemly: such as
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal
havenharbor
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand