GRE Word List

EXTANT

currently or actually existing

The meaning of the word extant is currently or actually existing.

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fermentationthe 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
enhanceheighten
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
tippleto drink liquor especially by habit or to excess
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable
ambrosiathe food of the Greek and Roman gods
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
momentoushaving great or lasting importance : consequential