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 |
|---|---|
| intangible | not tangible : impalpable |
| elysian | of or relating to Elysium |
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |
| stamina | the bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance |
| umbrage | a feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| plebeian | a member of the Roman plebs |
| sundry | including many things of different kinds : miscellaneous |