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

WordMeaning
finalethe close or termination of something: such as
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
cartographerone that makes maps
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
philatelista specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless
disingenuouslacking in candor
throttleto compress the throat of : choke
premeditateto think about and revolve in the mind beforehand
miscellaneousconsisting of diverse things or members : heterogeneous