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
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
vintnera wine merchant
disparitya noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
crevicea narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
provocativeserving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate