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
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
haggardnot tamed
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another
terseusing few words : devoid of superfluity
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
adjointo add or attach by joining
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
talismanan object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune
strewto spread by scattering