GRE Word List

FLUCTUATE

to shift back and forth uncertainly

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

Random words

WordMeaning
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
frivolousof little weight or importance
abortiveprematurely born
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
disinterto take out of the grave or tomb
patoisa dialect other than the standard or literary dialect
rifeprevalent especially to an increasing degree
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
overseesurvey