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
emissaryone designated as the agent of another : representative
incommodiousnot commodious : inconvenient
herpetologista branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians
boona timely benefit : blessing
betokento typify beforehand : presage
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
frescothe art of painting on freshly spread moist lime plaster with water-based pigments
internecineof, relating to, or involving conflict within a group