GRE Word List
SKIM
to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
The meaning of the word skim is to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rarefied | being less dense |
| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
| exegesis | exposition |
| palatial | of, relating to, or being a palace |
| catalyst | a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible |
| pathetic | having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity |
| remiss | negligent in the performance of work or duty : careless |
| venue | locale |
| indict | to charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |