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.

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WordMeaning
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
cowthe mature female of cattle (genus Bos)
sparseof few and scattered elements
metricalof, relating to, or composed in meter
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale