GRE Word List
MATRIX
point of origin; array of numbers or algebraic symbols; mold or die; Ex. the matrix of Western civilization
The meaning of the word matrix is point of origin; array of numbers or algebraic symbols; mold or die; Ex. the matrix of Western civilization.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| studious | given to diligent study |
| exemplify | show by example; furnish an example; serve as an example of; Ex. His pictures exemplify that sort of painting. |
| conscientious | scrupulous; through and careful; Ex. conscientious worker |
| yoke | join together; unite; N: crossbar used to joining two draft animals |
| extirpate | root up; uproot; destroy completely |
| aureole | sun's corona; halo; bright circle of light |
| seamy | sordid; base; filthy; unwholesome; Ex. seamy side of city life |
| debunk | expose as false, exaggerated, worthless, etc.; ridicule |
| finish | surface texture; completeness of execution |
| impending | nearing; approaching; about to happen |
