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
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
indecisivemarked by or prone to indecision : irresolute
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callowlacking adult sophistication : immature
corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
honeto sharpen or smooth with a whetstone
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
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