GRE Word List
RASP
to rub with something rough
The meaning of the word rasp is to rub with something rough.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
| overthrow | overturn |
| estimable | capable of being estimated |
| assert | to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| 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 |
| lament | to mourn aloud : wail |
| quiescent | marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest |