GRE Word List
MATERIALISM
a theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter
The meaning of the word materialism is a theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter.
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| ethereal | of or relating to the regions beyond the earth |
| polyglot | one who is polyglot |
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| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| importune | to press or urge with troublesome persistence |
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