GRE Word List
ENTERPRISING
marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
The meaning of the word enterprising is marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unkempt | not combed |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| patrimony | an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
| impalpable | incapable of being felt by touch : intangible |
| raucous | disagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse |
| clamor | noisy shouting |
| arrhythmic | lacking rhythm or regularity |
| jug | a large deep container (as of glass, earthenware, or plastic) with a narrow mouth and a handle |
