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
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
gallbrazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence
embossto raise the surface of into bosses
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
tinta usually slight or pale coloration : hue
untenablenot able to be defended
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
refectorya dining hall (as in a monastery or college)