GRE Word List

OPTIMUM

the amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end

The meaning of the word optimum is the amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end.

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WordMeaning
authenticateto prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine
modulateto tune to a key or pitch
frolicfull of fun : merry
perverseturned away from what is right or good : corrupt
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rigiddeficient in or devoid of flexibility
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
resolutionthe act or process of resolving: such as
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal