GRE Word List

PARSIMONY

the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift

The meaning of the word parsimony is the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift.

Random words

WordMeaning
tertiaryof third rank, importance, or value
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
rationalhaving reason or understanding
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit
exculpateto clear from alleged fault or guilt
voluminoushaving or marked by great volume or bulk : large
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
ornithologista branch of zoology dealing with birds