GRE Word List
PARAMETER
an arbitrary constant whose value characterizes a member of a system (such as a family of curves)
The meaning of the word parameter is an arbitrary constant whose value characterizes a member of a system (such as a family of curves).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |
| ingratiate | to gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort |
| wily | full of wiles : crafty |
| unison | identity in musical pitch |
| cuisine | manner of preparing food : style of cooking |
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| detain | to hold or keep in or as if in custody |
| laud | praise |
| energize | to make energetic, vigorous, or active |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |