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.

Random words

WordMeaning
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached
ebbthe reflux of the tide toward the sea
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
heterodoxcontrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
roilto make turbid by stirring up the sediment or dregs of
elegya poem in elegiac couplets
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals