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
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
hacklesone of the long narrow feathers on the neck or saddle of a bird
rationalhaving reason or understanding
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious