GRE Word List
INEQUITY
injustice
The meaning of the word inequity is injustice.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| extrinsic | not forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| argot | the language used by a particular type or group of people : an often more or less secret vocabulary and idiom peculiar to a particular group |
| impervious | not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| invincible | incapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued |
| romp | one that romps |
| skiff | any of various small boats |
| compartment | a separate division or section |