GRE Word List
STRINGENT
tight
The meaning of the word stringent is tight.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| interregnum | the time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes |
| duration | continuance in time |
| terse | using few words : devoid of superfluity |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| decry | to depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| despise | to look down on with disrespect or aversion |
| compact | predominantly formed or filled : composed |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| interloper | one that interlopes: such as |