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 |
|---|---|
| slaughter | the act of killing |
| gross | glaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness |
| stoop | to bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees |
| paste | a dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls |
| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| decry | to depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly |