GRE Word List
RATIONALE
an explanation of controlling principles of opinion, belief, practice, or phenomena
The meaning of the word rationale is an explanation of controlling principles of opinion, belief, practice, or phenomena.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
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| migratory | of, relating to, or characterized by migration |
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| rescind | to take away : remove |
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