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 |
|---|---|
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| malicious | having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice |
| benediction | the invocation (see invocation |
| aesthetic | of, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful |
| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| regale | to entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies |
| diabolical | of, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish |
| peregrination | to travel especially on foot : walk |
| wag | to be in motion : stir |