GRE Word List
EXTRAPOLATION
to predict by projecting past experience or known data
The meaning of the word extrapolation is to predict by projecting past experience or known data.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| astronomical | of or relating to astronomy |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| reprehensible | worthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| parry | to ward off a weapon or blow |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |