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
transitoryof brief duration : temporary
expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income
groombridegroom
slakesubside
moltenfused or liquefied by heat : melted