GRE Word List

FULCRUM

prop

The meaning of the word fulcrum is prop.

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WordMeaning
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
raspyharsh
refractiondeflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different
bickerpetulant quarreling : altercation
crassgross
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)