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
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
carapacea bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab)
petrifyto convert (organic matter) into stone or a substance of stony hardness by the infiltration of water and the deposition of dissolved mineral matter
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
tensilecapable of tension : ductile
barristera counsel admitted to plead at the bar and undertake the public trial of causes in an English superior court compare solicitor
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult