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).
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| Word | Meaning |
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| counterpart | one of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate |
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| atrophy | decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue |
| hibernate | to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state |
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| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| enhance | heighten |
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