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
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
primaryfirst in order of time or development : primitive
uniquebeing the only one : sole
seinea large net with sinkers on one edge and floats on the other that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose and catch fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
bartererto trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection