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
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
militiaa part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency
theocracygovernment of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided
incarnateinvested with bodily and especially human nature and form
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful
impingeencroach
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions