GRE Word List

GRADATION

a series forming successive stages

The meaning of the word gradation is a series forming successive stages.

Random words

WordMeaning
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
animadversiona critical and usually censorious remark
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
toteman object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry
defaultfailure to do something required by duty or law : neglect
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
constituenta member of a constituency
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
admonishto indicate duties or obligations to
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts