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
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
superannuatedoutmoded
travailwork especially of a painful or laborious nature : toil
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
tonsurethe Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head
temperatehaving a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature
brawlto quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle