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
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
succorrelief
gerrymanderthe act or method of gerrymandering
etherealof or relating to the regions beyond the earth
construeto analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part)
antiqueexisting since or belonging to earlier times : ancient
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude