GRE Word List

ABORIGINAL

being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region

The meaning of the word aboriginal is being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region.

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WordMeaning
refraincurb
engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
unbridledunrestrained
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
sylvanone that frequents groves or woods
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
solecisman ungrammatical combination of words in a sentence
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable