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
forgea furnace or a shop with its furnace where metal is heated and wrought : smithy
exorbitantnot coming within the scope of the law
humorthat quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality
exoticintroduced from another country : not native to the place where found
bouillona clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef
amnestythe act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach