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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| derivation | the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix) |
| castrate | to deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes |
| disclaim | to make a disclaimer |
| quiescent | marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest |
| piety | the quality or state of being pious: such as |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| reimburse | to pay back to someone : repay |
| plenitude | the quality or state of being full : completeness |
| prodigal | characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish |