GRE Word List
SALINE
consisting of or containing salt
The meaning of the word saline is consisting of or containing salt.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| subsistence | real being : existence |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| necromancy | conjuration (see conjure |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| pathetic | having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity |
| taper | to become progressively smaller toward one end |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |
| run-down | an item-by-item report or review : summary |
| mishap | an unfortunate accident |
| prestige | standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion |