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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| shove | to push along |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |
| title | the distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production |
| grotto | cave |
| incontrovertible | not open to question : indisputable |
| obsolete | no longer in use or no longer useful |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |