GRE Word List

SCALE

an instrument or machine for weighing

The meaning of the word scale is an instrument or machine for weighing.

Random words

WordMeaning
cavilto raise trivial and frivolous objection
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
partialof or relating to a part rather than the whole : not general or total
ripto tear or split apart or open
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
dismissto permit or cause to leave
colossusa statue of gigantic size and proportions
stippleto engrave by means of dots and flicks