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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| existential | of, relating to, or affirming existence |
| bureaucracy | a body of nonelected government officials |
| stratified | formed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata |
| thematic | of, relating to, or constituting a theme |
| minuscule | very small |
| tenacious | not easily pulled apart : cohesive |
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| itinerary | the route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one |