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
clamornoisy shouting
fusilladea number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession
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penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
miscreantunbelieving
convictionthe act or process of finding a person guilty of a crime especially in a court of law
finishedentirely done
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glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
braggadocioempty boasting