GRE Word List

QUICKSILVER

mercury

The meaning of the word quicksilver is mercury.

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WordMeaning
palatethe roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
inherentinvolved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
nauseaa stomach distress with distaste for food and an urge to vomit
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
bugabooan imaginary object of fear
maverickan unbranded range animal