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
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
luminarya person of prominence or brilliant achievement
grillto broil on a grill
direexciting horror
unprecedentedhaving no precedent : novel
vendettablood feud