GRE Word List
LACKADAISICAL
lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
The meaning of the word lackadaisical is lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
| rote | the use of memory usually with little intelligence |
| fatuous | complacently or inanely foolish : silly |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
| backslide | to lapse morally or in the practice of religion |
| plumage | the feathers of a bird |
| subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |