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 |
|---|---|
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| dispirited | to deprive of morale or enthusiasm |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| deb\^acle | sudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster |
| bicker | petulant quarreling : altercation |
| quizzical | comically quaint |
| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
| recurrent | running or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course |
| portly | dignified |
| unsightly | not pleasing to the sight : not comely |