GRE Word List
ABORTIVE
prematurely born
The meaning of the word abortive is prematurely born.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perfunctory | characterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical |
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
| maladroit | lacking adroitness : inept |
| solder | a metal or metallic alloy used when melted to join metallic surfaces |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| thrifty | given to or marked by economy and good management |
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |