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 |
|---|---|
| start | to move suddenly and violently : spring |
| underscore | to draw a line under : underline |
| overturn | to cause to turn over : upset |
| fugitive | running away or intending flight |
| malfeasance | wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| adage | a saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation |
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
| punctilious | marked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions |