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 |
|---|---|
| intellect | the power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge |
| impeccable | free from fault or blame : flawless |
| motif | a usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts) |
| dispense | to divide and share out according to a plan : to deal out in portions |
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| sidetrack | siding |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| puerile | juvenile |
| sensitization | the action or process of sensitizing |
| waif | a stray person or animal |