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 |
|---|---|
| prosaic | characteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual |
| irretrievable | not retrievable : impossible to regain or recover |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| garish | clothed in vivid colors |
| ogle | to glance with amorous invitation or challenge |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| qualified | fitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
| fabricate | invent |