GRE Word List

MATRIX

something within or from which something else originates, develops, or takes form

The meaning of the word matrix is something within or from which something else originates, develops, or takes form.

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WordMeaning
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
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macerateto cause to waste away by or as if by excessive fasting
ceremoniousdevoted to forms and ceremony
vulnerablecapable of being physically or emotionally wounded
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
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girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing