GRE Word List
ANTISEPTIC
substance that prevents infection in a wound; ADJ.
The meaning of the word antiseptic is substance that prevents infection in a wound; ADJ..
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| climactic | relating to the highest point; N. climax; CF. climatic |
| rider | amendment or clause added to a legislative bill |
| recital | act of reciting publicly; detailed account; performance of music or dance (by a solo performer) |
| delusive | deceptive; likely to delude; misleading; raising vain hopes; Ex. delusive promises |
| beget | father; become the father of; produce; give rise to |
| usurp | seize another's power or rank (without legal authority); supplant; appropriate; N. usurpation; CF. take for one's own use |
| viscid | adhesive; gluey |
| antiseptic | substance that prevents infection in a wound; ADJ. |
| vainglorious | boastful; excessively conceited; N. vainglory: great vanity |
| commandeer | take (private property) for military use without needing permission or giving payment; draft for military purposes |
