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 |
|---|---|
| spurn | to reject with disdain or contempt : scorn |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| insularity | characteristic of an isolated people |
| inclement | lacking mildness: such as |
| imply | to express indirectly |
| agape | wide open : gaping |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| laggard | lagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind |
| purveyor | one that purveys |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |