GRE Word List

INVERSE

opposite in order, nature, or effect

The meaning of the word inverse is opposite in order, nature, or effect.

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WordMeaning
gloss_overexplain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults
mutabilityprone to change : inconstant
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
nonchalancethe quality or state of being nonchalant
fusilladea number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
mobilecapable of moving or being moved : movable
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects