GRE Word List

RELEVANT

having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand

The meaning of the word relevant is having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand.

Random words

WordMeaning
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
luxuriantyielding abundantly : fertile
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
passiveacted upon by an external agency
minutiaea minute or minor detail
angularforming an angle : sharp-cornered