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
fallaciousembodying a fallacy
prototypean original model on which something is patterned : archetype
tardymoving slowly : sluggish
secta dissenting or schismatic religious body
eugenicrelating to or fitted for the production of good offspring
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
autonomoushaving the right or power of self-government
volatilecharacterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change
rusticof, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural