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.

Random words

WordMeaning
dexterousmentally adroit and skillful : clever
petrifyto convert (organic matter) into stone or a substance of stony hardness by the infiltration of water and the deposition of dissolved mineral matter
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
docketa brief written summary of a document : abstract
wardthe action or process of guarding
glutinoushaving the quality of glue : gummy
inclementlacking mildness: such as
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
peripatetica follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism