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.

Random words

WordMeaning
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
mottledmarked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors
extroverta person whose personality is characterized by extroversion : a typically gregarious and unreserved person who enjoys and seeks out social interaction
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers