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

WordMeaning
impedimentsomething that impedes
warrantedsanction
naivetea naive remark or action
mottledmarked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached
wreakbring about
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious