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
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
hoarygray or white with or as if with age
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
ruffiana brutal person : bully
talismanan object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune
crustthe hardened exterior or surface part of bread
bestowto put to use : apply
understateto represent as less than is the case
graduatedmarked with divisions indicating degrees or units of measurement