GRE Word List
ELIXIR
a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold
The meaning of the word elixir is a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| oblique | neither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined |
| unfrock | defrock |
| petulant | insolent or rude in speech or behavior |
| comprehend | to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of |
| skulduggery | underhanded or unscrupulous behavior |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| alliteration | the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |
| unequivocal | leaving no doubt : clear |