GRE Word List

ABSTRACT

disassociated from any specific instance

The meaning of the word abstract is disassociated from any specific instance.

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WordMeaning
elusivetending to elude: such as
modulateto tune to a key or pitch
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
dulltedious
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious