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
anarchyabsence of government
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insurrectionan act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government
erroneouscontaining or characterized by error : mistaken
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
fastidiousshowing or demanding excessive delicacy or care
concentrichaving a common center
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe