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
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
repercussionreflection
galvanicof, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
trilogya series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme
savoryhaving savor: such as
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
annealto heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
anachronisman error in chronology