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
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
paragona model of excellence or perfection
executionerone who executes
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
encircleto form a circle around : surround
donto put on (an article of clothing)
epitaphan inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there
patinaa usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color
palimpsestwriting material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing has been erased