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.

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WordMeaning
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
evinceto constitute outward evidence of
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm
plethoraan ample amount or number : abundance
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community