GRE Word List
PREMONITION
previous notice or warning : forewarning
The meaning of the word premonition is previous notice or warning : forewarning.
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| synthesis | the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
| 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 |
| plasticity | the quality or state of being plastic |
| chip | a small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off |
| elated | marked by high spirits : exultant |
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| conducive | tending to promote or assist |