GRE Word List

TRIGGER

a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it

The meaning of the word trigger is a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it.

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WordMeaning
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
invoketo petition for help or support
consignto give over to another's care
inditemake up
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
dispiritedto deprive of morale or enthusiasm
jocosegiven to joking : merry
convolutedhaving convolutions
evasivetending or intended to evade : equivocal