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
consignto give over to another's care
surmountto prevail over : overcome
pendantsomething suspended: such as
aberrantdeviating from the usual or natural type : atypical
explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
humdrummonotonous
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread