GRE Word List

VOLATILE

characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change

The meaning of the word volatile is characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change.

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virusany of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
dingydirty
sleazylacking firmness of texture : flimsy
poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
flagrantconspicuously offensive
mercurialof, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury
remunerativeserving to remunerate
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross