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 |
|---|---|
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| ornithologist | a branch of zoology dealing with birds |
| faculty | ability |
| leaven | a substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid |
| fusillade | a number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession |
| enormity | an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act |
| nonentity | something that does not exist or exists only in the imagination |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| chuckle | to laugh inwardly or quietly |
| submissive | submitting to others |