GRE Word List

FULCRUM

prop

The meaning of the word fulcrum is prop.

Random words

WordMeaning
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
repelto drive back : repulse
quarantinea period of 40 days
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
dissolutionthe act or process of dissolving: such as
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
entailto impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
outgoinggoing away : departing
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy