GRE Word List

ZANY

very eccentric (see eccentric

The meaning of the word zany is very eccentric (see eccentric.

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fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
chantto make melodic sounds with the voice
gustythe sensation of taste
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
alimentaryof or relating to nourishment or nutrition
scrimmagea minor battle : skirmish
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
scrapfragments of discarded or leftover food
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details