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
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
replicaan exact reproduction (as of a painting) executed by the original artist
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
unearthto dig up out of or as if out of the earth : exhume
callousbeing hardened and thickened
gibeto utter taunting words
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration