GRE Word List
OSSIFY
to change into bone
The meaning of the word ossify is to change into bone.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| aspirant | one who aspires |
| apropos | being both relevant and opportune |
| nectar | the drink of the Greek and Roman gods |
| decelerate | to reduce the speed of : slow down |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| facet | any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) |
| exempt | free or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject |
| fruition | pleasurable use or possession : enjoyment |