GRE Word List
PROVISION
act of providing; something provided; preparatory measure; provisions: necessary supplies (esp. food); stipulation; condition in an agreement; Ex. According to the provisions of the agreement
The meaning of the word provision is act of providing; something provided; preparatory measure; provisions: necessary supplies (esp. food); stipulation; condition in an agreement; Ex. According to the provisions of the agreement.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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hazy | slightly obscure; misty; unclear; N. haze: light mist or smoke; confused state of mind |
billow | large wave of water; a great swell or surge (of smoke); V: surge, swell, roll in billows |
limn | draw; outline; describe; CF. line ? |
touchy | oversensitive; easily offended; irasible; delicate; needing delicate handling; Ex. touchy situation |
lounge | stand, sit, or lie in a lazy, relaxed way |
limbo | region near heaven or hell where certain souls are kept; prison (slang); Ex. Purgatory and Limbo |
coma | deep prolonged unconsciousness caused by disease, poison, or a severe blow |
furrow | long shallow trench made by a plow; deep wrinkle in the skin; V. |
holster | leather pistol case (that hangs on a belt around the waist) |
expedite | hasten; make go faster |