GRE Word List

IMBALANCE

lack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion

The meaning of the word imbalance is lack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion.

Random words

WordMeaning
morosehaving a sullen and gloomy disposition
untenablenot able to be defended
materialisma theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
squeamisheasily nauseated : queasy
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
desiccateto dry up