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

WordMeaning
wagea payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
succorrelief
scenarioan outline or synopsis of a play
masochista person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism
gourmandone who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
clouta piece of cloth or leather : rag
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
exonerateto relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior