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 |
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| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| cornucopia | a curved, hollow goat's horn or similarly shaped receptacle (such as a horn-shaped basket) that is overflowing especially with fruit and vegetables (such as gourds, ears of corn, apples, and grapes) and that is used as a decorative motif emblematic of abundance |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| propriety | the quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness |
| granary | a storehouse for threshed grain |
| detonation | the action or process of detonating |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| cipher | zero |
| docile | easily taught |
| frigid | intensely cold |