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
hybridan offspring of two animals or plants of different subspecies, breeds, varieties, species, or genera
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
liquidateto determine by agreement or by litigation the precise amount of (indebtedness, damages, or accounts)
uxoriousexcessively fond of or submissive to a wife
manifestoa written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
hurtleto move rapidly or forcefully
conversanthaving knowledge or experience