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
duplicitycontradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action
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inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
gruelingtrying or taxing to the point of exhaustion : punishing
scintillateto emit sparks : spark
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
tippleto drink liquor especially by habit or to excess
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imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg