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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| conjecture | inference formed without proof or sufficient evidence |
| indomitable | incapable of being subdued : unconquerable |
| peccadillo | a slight offense |
| indignity | an act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| rickety | affected with rickets |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| clairvoyant | having clairvoyance : able to see beyond the range of ordinary perception |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |