GRE Word List

IRRETRIEVABLE

not retrievable : impossible to regain or recover

The meaning of the word irretrievable is not retrievable : impossible to regain or recover.

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WordMeaning
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions
nourishmentfood
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic
palliateto reduce the violence of (a disease)
skirmisha minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements
stumbleto fall into sin or waywardness