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 |
|---|---|
| sedentary | not migratory : settled |
| intrinsic | belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing |
| archaeology | the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities |
| resonant | continuing to sound : echoing |
| sparse | of few and scattered elements |
| scintilla | spark |
| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
| graduate | to receive an academic degree or diploma |
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| slake | subside |