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
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
forensicbelonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate
tenancya holding of an estate or a mode of holding an estate
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
viandan item of food
limboan abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism
rusticof, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural
draughta rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy