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.

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conglomeratemade up of parts from various sources or of various kinds
pummelpound
preponderancea superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength
betokento typify beforehand : presage
mosaica surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns
opticiana maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments
retortto pay or hurl back : return
ultimatuma final proposition, condition, or demand
lushgrowing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage
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