GRE Word List

THESIS

a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view

The meaning of the word thesis is a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view.

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optimumthe amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end
waneto decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss
rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
emulateto strive to equal or excel