GRE Word List

EQUIPOISE

a state of equilibrium

The meaning of the word equipoise is a state of equilibrium.

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WordMeaning
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
apiaristbeekeeper
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
muddleto make turbid or muddy
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic