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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WordMeaning
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
manifoldmarked by diversity or variety
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
penchanta strong and continued inclination
distendextend
profligatewildly extravagant
atypicalnot typical : irregular
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