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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deluge | an overflowing of the land by water |
integrate | to form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite |
milieu | the physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment |
ovation | a ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted |
collateral | property (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender |
hallowed | holy |
diffuse | being at once verbose and ill-organized |
manipulate | to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner |
luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |
cadet | a younger brother or son |