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 |
|---|---|
| heterodox | contrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox |
| relapse | the act or an instance of backsliding, worsening, or subsiding |
| holocaust | a sacrifice (see sacrifice |
| artery | any of the tubular branching muscular- and elastic-walled vessels that carry blood from the heart through the body |
| smart | having or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent |
| sedition | incitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority |
| retrospective | of, relating to, or given to retrospection |
| subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
| impenitent | not penitent |
| ignite | to set afire |