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
| Word | Meaning |
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| halcyon | characterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden |
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| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| molt | to shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
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| efficacy | the power to produce an effect |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
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| squat | to cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground |