GRE Word List
INCIDENCE
rate of occurrence or influence
The meaning of the word incidence is rate of occurrence or influence.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| tremor | a trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| apprehensive | viewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future |
| accost | to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way |
| philistine | a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia |
| blackball | to vote against |
| niggardly | grudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging |