GRE Word List

VANGUARD

the forefront of an action or movement

The meaning of the word vanguard is the forefront of an action or movement.

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fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
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absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
pryto look closely or inquisitively
herbivorousfeeding on plants
hauntto visit often : frequent
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language