GRE Word List

PRIZE

something offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance

The meaning of the word prize is something offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance.

Random words

WordMeaning
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
palatableagreeable to the palate or taste
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
ventto provide with a vent
regimeregimen
denominationan act of denominating
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area