GRE Word List

ELASTIC

capable of recovering size and shape after deformation

The meaning of the word elastic is capable of recovering size and shape after deformation.

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WordMeaning
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
demurto take exception : object
desiccateto dry up
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
pulverizeto reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize
waneto decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle
anathemasomeone or something intensely disliked or loathed
incidencerate of occurrence or influence
influxa coming in