GRE Word List
RANK
relative standing or position
The meaning of the word rank is relative standing or position.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| vouch | to supply supporting evidence or testimony |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| pedagogy | the art, science, or profession of teaching |
| conjecture | inference formed without proof or sufficient evidence |
| bleak | exposed and barren and often windswept |
| arduous | hard to accomplish or achieve : difficult |
| clamber | to climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet |
| eddy | a current of water or air running contrary to the main current |
| debutante | one making a debut (see debut |