GRE Word List

PARITY

the quality or state of being equal or equivalent

The meaning of the word parity is the quality or state of being equal or equivalent.

Random words

WordMeaning
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
dieto pass from physical life : expire
compensatoryto be equivalent to : counterbalance
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
callusa thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark
ruffiana brutal person : bully
brackishsomewhat salty
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
malodoroushaving a bad odor