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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oracularresembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery)
enraptureto fill with delight
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diffusebeing at once verbose and ill-organized
headfirstwith the head foremost
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry