GRE Word List
TRANSIENT
passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
The meaning of the word transient is passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| polarity | the quality or condition inherent in a body that exhibits opposite properties or powers in opposite parts or directions or that exhibits contrasted properties or powers in contrasted parts or directions : the condition of having poles |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| bog | wet spongy ground |
| unassailable | not assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| latch | to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| frustrate | to balk or defeat in an endeavor |