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 |
|---|---|
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
| gratis | without charge or recompense : free |
| menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| credo | a guiding belief or principle : creed |
| fructify | to bear fruit |
| irreverence | lack of reverence |
| microcosm | a little world |
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| coddle | to cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point |