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
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
dichotomya division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities
celerityrapidity of motion or action
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
renderto melt down
acuitykeenness of perception
effusionan act of effusing
knacka special ready capacity that is hard to analyze or teach
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament