GRE Word List

RATIOCINATION

the process of exact thinking : reasoning

The meaning of the word ratiocination is the process of exact thinking : reasoning.

Random words

WordMeaning
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
slavishof or characteristic of someone held in forced servitude
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
dissonancelack of agreement
transcribeto make a written copy of