GRE Word List

EFFERVESCENCE

the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing

The meaning of the word effervescence is the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing.

Random words

WordMeaning
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
palatialof, relating to, or being a palace
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
zesta piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
pernicioushighly injurious or destructive : deadly
murmura half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody