GRE Word List

INNOVATION

a new idea, method, or device : novelty

The meaning of the word innovation is a new idea, method, or device : novelty.

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arroyoa watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region
bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain
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brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
thermalof, relating to, or caused by heat
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded