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 |
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| longevity | a long duration of individual life |
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| handsome | having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance |
| ruthless | having no pity : merciless |
| rabid | extremely violent : furious |
| mutilate | to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect |
| irretrievable | not retrievable : impossible to regain or recover |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
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