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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| quintessence | the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies |
| irrefutable | impossible to refute : incontrovertible |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |
| torrid | parched with heat especially of the sun : hot |
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| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |