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.

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paraphrasea restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
paramourlover
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
touchymarked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation
gaita manner of walking or moving on foot
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
deputizeto appoint as deputy