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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| expatiate | to move about freely or at will : wander |
| plumage | the feathers of a bird |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| deleterious | harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way |
| intoxicate | to excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| denotation | an act or process of denoting |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| invidious | of an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious |