GRE Word List

TRANSITION

a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another

The meaning of the word transition is a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another.

Random words

WordMeaning
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
nethersituated down or below : lower
founderone that founds or establishes
causticcapable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
quipa clever usually taunting remark : gibe
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
platitudethe quality or state of being dull or insipid