GRE Word List

AVERSE

having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste

The meaning of the word averse is having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste.

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WordMeaning
compendiuma brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
benisonblessing
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
culverta transverse drain
ashenof, relating to, or made from ash wood
unaccountablenot to be accounted for : inexplicable
collateto compare critically
relican object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr