GRE Word List
NOMINAL
of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction
The meaning of the word nominal is of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| paramour | lover |
| isotope | any of two or more species of atoms of a chemical element with the same atomic number and nearly identical chemical behavior but with differing atomic mass or mass number and different physical properties |
| unfledged | not feathered : not ready for flight |
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| abbreviate | to make briefer |
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| respiration | the movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs |
| slander | to utter slander against : defame |