GRE Word List
OFFENSIVE
making attack : aggressive
The meaning of the word offensive is making attack : aggressive.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| 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 |
| unequivocal | leaving no doubt : clear |
| tenant | one who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another |
| variegate | to diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| integrity | firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility |
| diverge | to move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| unruly | not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed |
| apparent | open to view : visible |