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 |
|---|---|
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| inamorata | a woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations |
| malady | a disease or disorder of the animal body |
| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
| didactic | designed or intended to teach |
| fusion | the act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| trance | stupor |
| devious | wandering |