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 |
|---|---|
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| reconcile | to restore to friendship or harmony |
| expository | of, relating to, or containing exposition |
| 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 |
| addle | rotten |
| scabbard | a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet |
| dregs | sediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate |
| document | proof |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |