GRE Word List

OSSIFY

to change into bone

The meaning of the word ossify is to change into bone.

Random words

WordMeaning
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
crossbreedhybridize
verisimilitudethe quality or state of being verisimilar
translucentpermitting the passage of light:
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
imperturbablemarked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
dissentto withhold assent or approval