GRE Word List

PROBE

a slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity)

The meaning of the word probe is a slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity).

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WordMeaning
mannerismexaggerated or affected (see affected
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
puzzleto offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally
pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
metallurgicalthe science and technology of metals
vigoractive bodily or mental strength or force
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office
outspokendirect and open in speech or expression : frank