GRE Word List

ALIMENTARY

of or relating to nourishment or nutrition

The meaning of the word alimentary is of or relating to nourishment or nutrition.

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WordMeaning
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
withholdto hold back from action : check
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
flukeflatfish
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources