GRE Word List

TANTAMOUNT

equivalent in value, significance, or effect

The meaning of the word tantamount is equivalent in value, significance, or effect.

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WordMeaning
equablemarked by lack of variation or change : uniform
irreparablenot reparable : irremediable
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
chuckleto laugh inwardly or quietly
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
discretionindividual choice or judgment
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
sequesterto set apart : segregate
pinchto squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument
diffusebeing at once verbose and ill-organized