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
concentrichaving a common center
pluckto pull or pick off or out
choreographythe art of symbolically representing dancing
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources
respitea period of temporary delay
knacka special ready capacity that is hard to analyze or teach
effeteno longer fertile
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain