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
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
padrea Christian clergyman
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irksometending to irk : tedious
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