GRE Word List
MERCURIAL
of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury
The meaning of the word mercurial is of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| endorse | to write on the back of |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |
| fresco | the art of painting on freshly spread moist lime plaster with water-based pigments |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| catalyst | a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible |
| hail | precipitation in the form of small balls or lumps usually consisting of concentric layers of clear ice and compact snow |
| discretion | individual choice or judgment |
| doze | to sleep lightly |
| zeal | eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor |