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
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
artisana worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed
provenanceorigin
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
retractto draw back or in
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