GRE Word List
LEAVEN
a substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
The meaning of the word leaven is a substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amphibian | an amphibious organism |
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| porridge | a soft food made by boiling meal of grains or legumes in milk or water until thick |
| capacity | legal competency (see competence |
| stultify | to have a dulling or inhibiting effect on |
| inebriate | one who is drunk |
| embryonic | of or relating to an embryo |