GRE Word List

FUNDAMENTAL

serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic

The meaning of the word fundamental is serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic.

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WordMeaning
extrinsicnot forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
homilya usually short sermon
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
loatheto dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest
founderone that founds or establishes
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety
insurmountableincapable of being surmounted : insuperable