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 |
|---|---|
| rudimentary | consisting in first principles : fundamental |
| granulate | to form or crystallize into grains or granules |
| tarnish | to dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil |
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
| alcove | a small recessed section of a room : nook |
| passe | past one's prime |
| peerless | matchless |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| headlong | headfirst |