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
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
audita formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation
pivotalof, relating to, or constituting a pivot
incidencerate of occurrence or influence
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
overblownpast the prime of bloom
tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
egregiousconspicuous