GRE Word List

FLUCTUATE

to shift back and forth uncertainly

The meaning of the word fluctuate is to shift back and forth uncertainly.

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WordMeaning
constraintthe act of constraining
encumberweigh down
unctuoushaving, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
brochurepamphlet
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
litanya prayer consisting of a series of invocations and supplications by the leader with alternate responses by the congregation
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
recitala detailed account : enumeration
austerestern and cold in appearance or manner