GRE Word List

LAX

loose

The meaning of the word lax is loose.

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WordMeaning
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
spectruma continuum of color formed when a beam of white light is dispersed (as by passage through a prism) so that its component wavelengths are arranged in order
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
invertto reverse in position, order, or relationship
overweeningarrogant
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
implodeto burst inward
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff