GRE Word List
DISTINCT
distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
The meaning of the word distinct is distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| consonant | being in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| nether | situated down or below : lower |
| ruthless | having no pity : merciless |
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| artery | any of the tubular branching muscular- and elastic-walled vessels that carry blood from the heart through the body |
| pathetic | having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity |
| wag | to be in motion : stir |