GRE Word List
TOUCHSTONE
a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
The meaning of the word touchstone is a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
| sophistry | subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation |
| idyll | a simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment |
| fulcrum | prop |
| impropriety | an improper or indecorous act or remark |
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| leery | suspicious |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
| mores | the fixed morally binding customs of a particular group |
| finish | to come to an end : terminate |