GRE Word List
HOMEOSTASIS
a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
The meaning of the word homeostasis is a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| rave | to talk irrationally in or as if in delirium |
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| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| cavalier | marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain |
| impinge | encroach |
| inane | lacking significance, meaning, or point : silly |
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| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |
| privy | private |