GRE Word List
PRIM
to give a prim or demure expression to
The meaning of the word prim is to give a prim or demure expression to.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stumble | to fall into sin or waywardness |
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| imminent | ready to take place : happening soon |
| exalt | to raise in rank, power, or character |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |
| aperture | an opening or open space : hole |
| sustenance | means of support, maintenance, or subsistence : living |
| 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 |
| gloss_over | explain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults |
| arbiter | a person with power to decide a dispute : judge |