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
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
lethargicof, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
abjureto renounce upon oath
conteststrive
hazymade dim or cloudy by or as if by fine dust, smoke, or light vapor in the air : obscured by or as if by haze (see haze
pitfalltrap
pulsethe regular expansion of an artery caused by the ejection of blood into the arterial system by the contractions of the heart