GRE Word List
ABORTIVE
prematurely born
The meaning of the word abortive is prematurely born.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| illusion | a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion |
| pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |
| rapture | an expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| rancid | having an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition |
| garrulous | given to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative |
| random | a haphazard course |
| grandeur | the quality or state of being grand : magnificence |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |