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
neophytea new convert : proselyte
abnegationdenial
grapplethe act or an instance of grappling
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering
omnipotentalmighty
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
florescencea state or period of flourishing
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort