GRE Word List
PROVISIONAL
serving for the time being : temporary
The meaning of the word provisional is serving for the time being : temporary.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| broil | to cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill |
| reaper | one that reaps |
| 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 |
| superficial | of, relating to, or located near a surface |
| jaunt | a usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure |
| granulate | to form or crystallize into grains or granules |
| discombobulated | characterized by confusion or disorder |
| bequeath | to give or leave by will (see will |
| prong | fork |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |