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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WordMeaning
flirtto move erratically : flit
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
hivea container for housing honeybees
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
prowessdistinguished bravery
virulentmarked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry