GRE Word List
PERSPICUOUS
plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
The meaning of the word perspicuous is plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sift | to put through a sieve |
| fermentation | the 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 |
| distinction | the act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference |
| extrude | to force, press, or push out |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| chide | to speak out in angry or displeased rebuke |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| promontory | a high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water |
| rout | a state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat |